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The Almond and the Seahorse

Drama

What happens when you're ambushed by time? An archaeologist and an architect fight to re-imagine a future after traumatic brain injury leaves them adrift from the people they love.

Panoorin Ngayon

Trailer

Cast

Celyn Jones

Director

Tom Stern

Director

Rebel Wilson

Sarah

Charlotte Gainsbourg

Toni

Trine Dyrholm

Gwen

Celyn Jones

Joe

Meera Syal

Dr. Falmer

Ruth Madeley

Jenny

Alice Lowe

Cath

Patrick Elue

Moses

Martha Last

Bethan

AM

Alyson Marks

Marion

Rachel Adedeji

Billie

TE

Tiao English

Billies Son

AP

Abbie-Marie Price

Teenage Girl

Maxim Grigorovich

Joey

KD

Kate Drew

Rina

TB

Tom Bevan

Samaritan

MW

Mark Winstanley

Man in the Van

Lisa Jen Brown

Seren

Celyn Jones

Writer

KO

Kaite O'Reilly

Writer

Mga Komento

10 Mga Komento

2KDMay 29, 2023

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radwaelsherbenyMay 23, 2023

The Almond and the Seahorse is powerful and moving film about dealing with a loved one who is suffering from memory loss. The film follows two couples, both of whom are dealing with a partner who has severe memory loss. The two stories run parallel but occasionally overlap. I won't spoil anything, but this is defiantly worth a watch. All of the performances were excellent. Plus, Anyone who has experienced a loved one who either has lost their memory or started to lose it will relate to this film and the characters' struggles. It was also nice to see Rebel Wilson take on a different kind of role. Don't get me wrong, I think she was great at what she does for the most part, and Pitch Perfect 1 and 2 are among my favorite movies of all time. While she is great in those movies, this was just so different for her and I might dare say this is her best performance to date.

Ranz Kyle May 23, 2023

"The Almond and the Seahorse" is a thought-provoking film that delves into the topic of memory and its fragility in the context of relationships affected by traumatic brain injuries. The performances by Rebel Wilson and Charlotte Gainsbourg are noteworthy, they both are able to convey the emotional turmoil and the complexities of the characters they play, The film's subject matter is both compelling and unique, and it's creditable the way it attempts to shed light on a condition that is not often explored on screen. The film is well-intentioned and emotionally poignant. Although the film has some pacing issue and the plot feels overstuffed at times, it ultimately has a strong emotional core that makes the audience feel invested in the characters and their struggles. The film's episodic structure might be disorienting at first but it ultimately creates an engaging narrative structure. Overall, The Almond and the Seahorse is a thought-provoking film that explores a subject matter not often explored on screen. While it has its shortcomings, it's strong performances and the emotional investment it creates with the characters, makes it a worth watching experience.

𝒥𝒶𝓎𝒽𝑜𝓋𝒶𝒽May 23, 2023

I am not a fan of Rebel Wilson but I took a chance because Charlotte Gainsborough was also starring. I'm pleased I did because overall, it's not a bad film at all and does give an insight into brain injury and memory problems. Perhaps there's some similarities with dementia patients too. The plot with Sarah and Toni hooking up didn't quite gel for me and I think it weakened the film altogether. I was saddened as it was going OK at that time. I don't think the film benefitted from it. There was also one or two instances where the pace slowed to a crawl and long scenes with no dialogue just wasted time. I fast forwarded through those instances without missing anything. I don't think it is Rebel Wilson's best film as some say because it's a brand new genre for her. I don't feel like she fitted the character 100% but neither did I feel that she ruined the film. Overall I enjoyed it and rated it the average 5.

SasoMay 23, 2023

In downbeat Brit drama "The Almond And The Seahorse" traumatic brain injuries render Trine Dyrholm & Celyn Jones with no memories of their lives each morning they wake, which hugely strains respective partners Charlotte Gainsbourg & Rebel Wilson (meh) - despite help from arrogant know-it-all doc Meera Syal (meh) & staff. Jones' performance is the best here (edging Gainsbourg) perhaps cos he also co-wrote (with Kaite O'Reilly) & co-directed (with fellow debutant director Tom Stern)... tho it seems he's a better actor than writer / director. He tries doing for brain injuries what "The Father" did for dementia, but sadly doesn't come even close to that superb movie.

MýřřäMay 23, 2023

What I love most about the film is how it centred around the fragility of love and loss . It's top-notch cast and acting and I'm happy to see Rebel take on something very different. I only hope that the promotion and posters of the film doesn't focus too much on the love affair between Rebel and Charlotte's characters because the film is not about this at all. It infuriates me to see people making snide remarks about gender representation and themes on sexuality in film and how "they are forced" to see films "like this" nowadays (wake up people- we all really need to move forward). This film is so much more if we can all just watch and appreciate it in its entirety.

FantasticApr 13, 2023

Lived the same experience, so I understood every single moment in movie. Its still a movie, yet! However, it's also important to recognize that movies are a form of entertainment and storytelling. Despite this, movies can still be a powerful tool for empathy and understanding The emotional connection that can be formed with a movie when the viewer has undergone a similar experience to what is depicted on screen. It also recognizes that movies are a form of entertainment and storytelling, and may not accurately reflect reality. Despite this, movies can still resonate deeply with viewers and provide a means for empathy and understanding.

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Rute Kayira PetautchFeb 20, 2023

In downbeat Brit drama "The Almond And The Seahorse" traumatic brain injuries render Trine Dyrholm & Celyn Jones with no memories of their lives each morning they wake, which hugely strains respective partners Charlotte Gainsbourg & Rebel Wilson (meh) - despite help from arrogant know-it-all doc Meera Syal (meh) & staff. Jones' performance is the best here (edging Gainsbourg) perhaps cos he also co-wrote (with Kaite O'Reilly) & co-directed (with fellow debutant director Tom Stern)... tho it seems he's a better actor than writer / director. He tries doing for brain injuries what "The Father" did for dementia, but sadly doesn't come even close to that superb movie.

Valina vertueFeb 20, 2023

"The Almond and the Seahorse" is a thought-provoking film that delves into the topic of memory and its fragility in the context of relationships affected by traumatic brain injuries. The performances by Rebel Wilson and Charlotte Gainsbourg are noteworthy, they both are able to convey the emotional turmoil and the complexities of the characters they play, The film's subject matter is both compelling and unique, and it's creditable the way it attempts to shed light on a condition that is not often explored on screen. The film is well-intentioned and emotionally poignant. Although the film has some pacing issue and the plot feels overstuffed at times, it ultimately has a strong emotional core that makes the audience feel invested in the characters and their struggles. The film's episodic structure might be disorienting at first but it ultimately creates an engaging narrative structure. Overall, The Almond and the Seahorse is a thought-provoking film that explores a subject matter not often explored on screen. While it has its shortcomings, it's strong performances and the emotional investment it creates with the characters, makes it a worth watching experience.

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