March 19, 2009
Another masterpiece from one of Asian cinema's best filmmakers. Beautiful, touching, and boasting memorable and real characters.
Yun Tang,
Peiqi Liu,
Hong Chen,
Zhiwen Wang,
Kaige Chen
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Chen Kaige's first Chinese film since the poorly received, Hollywood-produced Killing Me Softly is based on a true story of an adolescent violin prodigy coming of age in Beijing. Raised in a small tow... read more
DVD Release Date: November 18, 2003
Stats: 258 reviews
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Flixster Reviews (258)
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August 24, 2008I have to admit: I didn't see the first 20 minutes, but it grabbed me immediately.
It's about the love between a father and a son. The father wants to give his boy the chance to become a famous violinist, even if this means they can't be together (there's a beautiful story behind... read more -
January 21, 2008Outstanding Film, All Subtitles, But this didn't take away from the movie, Very Intense, A Must See.
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May 26, 2012The movie "Together" has a poignant theme on the meaning of family and friends in the middle of bustling life in Beijing...
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May 31, 2009Incredibly beautiful. Unbelievably touching. If you have ever loved or been loved, you will appreciate this movie.
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March 17, 2007Inspirational story of devotion to family. Filled with beautiful violin music. Makes you want to do your best with the challenges / opportunities you're given. Shows the incredible value of every child, and what it really means to be a father.
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November 24, 2006A great film about the love of a man for the son that is not really his own but who he wants to see succeed in the world.
Critic Reviews
June 27, 2003
Susan Walker, Toronto Star
June 27, 2003
Ray Conlogue, Globe and Mail
If you're in the mood for tears and triumph, with a dash of exoticism, Together may well be the film for you. Full Review
June 20, 2003
Joe Baltake, Sacramento Bee
As the movie progresses, it builds in power, so that by the end you're helplessly invested in the triumphs of its young hero. Full Review
June 16, 2003
Richard Roeper, Ebert & Roeper
[T]here's really everything to recommend in here; beautifully directed, wonderfully acted and it's just a great looking film. Full Review
June 14, 2003
James Berardinelli, ReelViews
It's undeniably a melodrama, but there's enough real emotion lurking beneath the manipulative tear jerking to make the movie a worthwhile and occasionally genuinely moving experience. Full Review
June 13, 2003
Lisa Kennedy, Denver Post
[Liu's] dreams may not be as vast or grandiose (or bloody) as other Chen characters, but they are immense, and immensely endearing, just the same. Full Review
June 13, 2003
Terry Lawson, Detroit Free Press
It's disappointing to watch a filmmaker as gifted as Chen put his talents into the service of a story as blatantly sentimental, stereotypical and unoriginal as Together. Full Review
June 13, 2003
Robert Denerstein, Denver Rocky Mountain News
Probably realizes its melodramatic intentions.
June 12, 2003
Steven Rea, Philadelphia Inquirer
[Chen] gets realistic and affecting performances from his cast.
June 12, 2003
Philip Wuntch, Dallas Morning News
The direction, performances, music and cinematography give Together a unity and wholeness that's increasingly rare in filmmaking of any origin. Full Review
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Together (He ni zai yi qi)
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