On Body and Soul

It is looks like a first embodiment of the soul here on the Earth. The soul (in Maria body) have the first experience, studies the human low-frequency world, studies specific human sensations and emotions. And this is my alternative point of view of this movie...

This film is memorable affecting and human, its goes to places of deep feeling where films don't usually go - to deep shyness, to emotional pain and to painfully crippling desire. It holds its subject very carefully and reveals itself gently and with truth.

I thought it was a lovely, beautiful and absolutely wonderful film. I did know the premise of he story before watching so that probably affected my experience of the film in some way. Before watching I thought the idea sounded a bit tacky but it was actually done really well and wasn't too over the top strange like Nordic films can be sometimes. The film had a really quiet tone which I do like - helps one concentrate and be quiet oneself - with just a little bit of a soundtrack. It was also quite peaceful apart from the obvious exceptions. I did find the abattoir scenes distressing but in a way it was good education to see them. It was also very sad when she slit her wrist, the 'unexpected event' at the last minute of suicide is a bit cliche in films now but it was very powerful how she was sat there talking as normal on the phone whilst bleeding from her wrist. The characterisation was acceptable they were obviously both a bit odd which adds interest but Maria was a little irritating at times with her robotic emotionlessness and apart from her OCD, therapy sessions and super memory we didn't really find out anything about her. It was nice with that last scene of them together eating and she became more human but we were shown starkly how her OCD lingered which was kind of nice showing that we can all love and be loved no matter our flaws, strangeness and eccentricities. The plot was also a little thin which I guess is why they had those side stories like Sandor's difficulties with the boss and the police investigation but it didn't bother me too much. Some of the shots of them in their home were quite beautiful too. The film was wonderfully romantic and I really connected with it a lot, just that last shot with the forest fading to white and my heart felt so full, I was very happy to just sit and watch the credits play out and its been a while since I felt like that about a film, it left me in a good place. I loved and enjoyed the film even if it isn't anything really special or overly remarkable - a slightly reserved 7/10.

I'm not sure how a relatively slow paced film made 2 hours blow by in an instant, but On Body and Soul did it. The best thing about this movie was the performance of Alexandra Borbely. I don't think anyone could've played the role any better than she did. The story is surreal, touching, and unlike just any other love story I've seen. The journey the characters take is fascinating, especially Borbely's character and ultimately, this film is one that'll leave a smile on my face for a while. If it looks like something you may even just slightly enjoy, you'll love it. And if it doesn't, you'll probably still like it too.

Engrossing, engaging and fascinating movie. The slaughterhouse scenes are a bummer, but the human story is a beautiful tale. How did they get those "deer" (actually, elk) to do all that 'acting'? If CGI, that's amazing. It's a real gem, especially compared to some of the schlock coming from mainstream dollar-seeking movie production.

I loved it. Looking foward to know more about this director.

Es una película de romance y drama; la trama es buena, las actuaciones son decentes y la cinematografía es bellísima; tiene alguna escenas grotescas, pero vale la pena tu tiempo para verla.

Its deliberate pace and minimalistic narrative may not appeal to everyone, and some sequences are hard to watch, particularly the slaughterhouse scenes. However, its subtle and nuanced lead performances, beautiful cinematography, well-crafted production design, dreamlike imagery, introspective and sensitive storytelling, and thought-provoking themes make it a truly unique and rewarding viewing experience.

Sensitive and beautifully filmed, an original love story about two out-siders for who the superficial physical world is not enough.

Absolutely magnificent. Gossamer delicate feelings spun out against the bloody battle of the body. Brutal and beautiful but laid out so perfectly that all fits as one - like the harshness and spider web grace of life