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The destinies of six characters are bound together by fate in this gripping and moving feature from acclaimed director Fatih Akin (Head On, Crossing the Bridge). The story begins as widower Ali seeks out companionship with the prostitute Yeter, setting in motion a chain of events that will link three families across different cultures, countries and generations. Skilfully constructed and brilliantly played by an outstanding cast, The Edge of Heaven is an ambitious and compelling tale of tragedy, betrayal, persecution and redemption. Extras: Theatrical Trailer / 'Diary of a Traveling Filmmaker' documentary / Interview with director Fatih Akin
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Glitteringly confident… intriguing, complex, beautifully acted & directed… like a very, very much better version of Babel --The Guardian
Superb… fascinating & inspiring --Empire
Captivating… passionate, ambitious & charismatically performed --The Daily Telegraph
Superb… fascinating & inspiring --Empire
Captivating… passionate, ambitious & charismatically performed --The Daily Telegraph
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34 of 38 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
The Edge of Heaven, to give you it's correct title, is a film that has received a lot of attention from worldwide film buffs. What you have here is a film that explores identity in a world in which realisations come much too late but, God willing, come.
There are several characters in the film whose stories interconnect and whose lives directly or indirectly affect one another's. The German professor, his father, his father's girlfriend, his father's girlfriend's daughter, his father's girlfriend's daughter's girlfriend...you see where this is going, a domino-like effect in narration which builds up throughout the film.
The Edge of Heaven does not attempt to bash you over the head with its meaning. It takes its time to show you, to move you, and its cinematography is never anything less than beautiful. The actors do a good job (although the Turkish girl is slightly grating) and my personal favourite is the old man: bitter, independent and very much alive.
Comes highly recommended.
Bogdan Tiganov - author of The Wooden Tongue Speaks- Romanians: Contradictions & Realities
There are several characters in the film whose stories interconnect and whose lives directly or indirectly affect one another's. The German professor, his father, his father's girlfriend, his father's girlfriend's daughter, his father's girlfriend's daughter's girlfriend...you see where this is going, a domino-like effect in narration which builds up throughout the film.
The Edge of Heaven does not attempt to bash you over the head with its meaning. It takes its time to show you, to move you, and its cinematography is never anything less than beautiful. The actors do a good job (although the Turkish girl is slightly grating) and my personal favourite is the old man: bitter, independent and very much alive.
Comes highly recommended.
Bogdan Tiganov - author of The Wooden Tongue Speaks- Romanians: Contradictions & Realities
13 of 17 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
More than most contemporary movies is this a film that can be enjoyed by the most different audiences: young, old, high-brow, low-brow, those who like emotions, or action. It can be seen as mere entertainment, but also as a source of moral questions. More than once will things happen that run counter to our expectations - but the unexpected will never break the continuity. Germans and Turks will land in the countries of each other and (what is much more important) because of the most discrepant reasons.
3 of 4 people found the following review helpful
By K. Gordon
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Yet another amazing film from Fatih Akin, one of the most interesting, talented film-makers working today. Its a moving, complex story of intersecting lives, violence, and politics in Germany and Turkey. Told with a complex, shifting time frame, there's almost a dark fable-like aspect to the constant missed connections between the characters that could provide salvation for all involved. And yet, within the darkness there is also hope. Perhaps nothing works out as it `should', but human hearts find a way to reach out none-the-less. A rich, wonderful, thoughtful and thought-provoking film.
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beautiful and brilliant
a film about coincidence , how the smallest action can have the biggest effect on our lives . A film of laughter , love , loss and sadness . Read more
Published 16 months ago by cartoon
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The Edge of Heaven
One of the best films I have ever seen. A tragic story of love and intrigue worthy of Alfred Hitchcock, but with a sad ending.
Published on 10 Dec 2010 by Monkey Biz
5.0 out of 5 stars
Should be compulsory viewing for Hollywoodens....
This is how you make a film.
Grabs you by the seat of your pants and takes you
to uncomfortable places. Read more
Grabs you by the seat of your pants and takes you
to uncomfortable places. Read more
Published on 26 Sep 2010 by Bloodnock
5.0 out of 5 stars
truly a wonderful film
Some movie experiences allow you take from them whatever you want. The Edge of Heaven is a film that allows you do to just that, a film that deals with either fate or coincidence,... Read more
Published on 15 Sep 2009 by Mr. Rwj Nixon
4.0 out of 5 stars
Heartwarming and angry too
Fatih Akim is a very political director, and most Turks loathe him. In "The Edge of Heaven" ("Auf der anderen Seite") the central character who holds together the various stories... Read more
Published on 23 Feb 2009 by Peter Scott-presland
5.0 out of 5 stars
This film touched me to the very core
If you are into your foreign cinema as i am, then this is a definite must see.
Published on 7 Feb 2009 by Lady leyli
3.0 out of 5 stars
Forgettable Film
"The Edge of Heaven" is a film set in Germany and Turkey that interweaves various connecting stories featuring several main characters. Read more
Published on 10 Aug 2008 by L. Davidson
5.0 out of 5 stars
Extraordinary !
I am not surprised that no one (yet)from the UK has put his/her opinion about thie extraordinary movie... Read more
Published on 17 Jun 2008 by Bella Stone
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