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Borrowing Time (2006)
Beautifully told parable of redemption and emotional rebirth
Borrowing Time is an extremely moving and poignant film. While the subject matter revolves around the emotional fallout from distant holocaust-related memories, I wouldn't characterize it as a "holocaust" film per se. Rather, it's a study in the importance of facing, accepting and releasing hatreds from the past and how we all need to forgive in order to free ourselves from deep seated emotional pain.
The principal characters, particularly Henri and Margot, connect emotionally with the audience. They are portrayed in a way that makes you really care about them and their struggles. They seem completely involved in their quest, unaware of the camera, which helped me feel as though I was simply accompanying them rather than watching a filmed account.
Aside from its relevant message, the film's production values are first rate. Direction, cinematography, editing and original music are all creatively handled and effectively move the story forward. There are some stunningly artistic visuals with heightened emotional impact thanks in part to the heart-rending music. The bottom line is I was completely invested in the story and had tears in my eyes for the final third of the movie. Highly recommended viewing.