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Matthew Martens
9Feb12
Simultaneously an exercise in rigorous formalism and an affecting examination of individual lives lived across the tension lines extending between Germany and Turkey, The Edge of Heaven somewhat undermines its depiction of the messiness of the latter through an over-meticulous commitment to the former. Still, a clever and moving piece of filmmaking, with a quietly bravura finale.
Joe
3Feb12
Not a bad movie. A little prone to disjunctive tangents, but it seems like that's what the director was comfortable with. He could have surely made a more intense movie using just one of the three parts. I was very drawn to the life of the university professor, but by that point, the film does a complete 180 and follows another person in another direction. Unfortunately, this sacrifices the depth of them all.
Natalie Guevara
14Nov11
this movie made me homesick for a land that isn't my own: how do I make myself comfortable on the other side? this was my first Fatih Akin movie but it won't be my last. One of the most sensual, warm movies I've seen in a long time.
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Jeremiah Hammerling
23Mar11
A nearly perfect film! Tragically ironic, powerfully subtle performances, excellent cinematography, and a great script. Definitely a must see!
Bubi girl
7Nov10
when Nejat tells about Moses sacrificing his son and realizes he must see his father - a moment not pretending for great originality, but simple, not forced, and therefore strong - I loved it so much that I wish I'd love same the whole film..elaborately interlaced storylines usually leave me with nothing.. I'd rather stay with Nejat (and his father) only and look around with his eyes.. it would make a great story
Maicol Andrés Ordoñez
16May09
A well told story with great characterization. I love how the fate of each character is very sudden and never contrived. Perhaps it was too simplistic for me as I wasn't smitten with Fatih Akin's movie as much as the writing yet I appreciate how earnest it was. I look forward to seeing HEAD ON.
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Matthew Kiziltan
14Mar08
One of the best original story led films I have watched for years, I literally did not want the film to end. Simple yet compelling, with great performances from all the main characters, this film truly deserves all the praise and more. I would love to work with Akin on his next picture. This is a film to live and learn from!