From Embers

I'm a sucker for good cinema and this one was a slow burn. Great cast and solid direction. I was impressed by the level of detail in the story and character development. The son was the hardest character for me and felt his pain and the mother as well. Go into this film with an open mind and be ready for a ride.

Huge Matthew Morrison fan right here, but Kara Wang completely stole the spotlight. Her performance is stunning! Both raw and graceful, and very deeply emotional. From Embers is tender, poetic, and quietly powerful. I came for Matthew, stayed for Kara, and left genuinely moved. Can't recommend it enough.

Love these kind of films! Great drama with deep love and grief. Really strong cast and clear direction. I thought Kara was amazing, she played the role so well and Matt is so dreamy in this! The music was also pleasure and I found myself humming the songs after the movie was off. All around, I recommend checking it out if you have 2 hours to spare.

From Embers is a really captivating movie that pulls you in from the start. It tells the story of two people, played by Matthew Morrison and Kara Wang, whose lives get tangled together in a way that feels both unexpected and emotional. What I liked most was how the film balances drama with moments that feel really real and relatable, without being over the top. The chemistry between the leads felt natural, which made their journey even more engaging. The story moves at a steady pace, keeping you interested but also giving you time to connect with the characters. Overall, it's a thoughtful and heartfelt film that's definitely worth watching if you like movies about relationships and personal growth. Not super flashy, but definitely leaves an impression.

From a technical standpoint, the film is shot well and the acting is brilliant at times. Some parts could be better but overall it doesn't hinder the story. It keeps you engaged from the beginning as you learn about this family's trials and tribulations. But it heats up and keeps amplifying the stakes until the end of the movie. I was really impressed by the younger actors. They kept up with the bigger talent with ease and added more depth to the story.