After the Apocalypse

2004
Not Rated
1 Std. 12 Min.

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Füge eine Handlung in deiner Sprache hinzuAFTER THE APOCALYPSE is a futuristic drama about five survivors trying to make sense of a New World after a devastating urban catastrophe challenges their basic human needs. Set in a bleak, ... Alles lesenAFTER THE APOCALYPSE is a futuristic drama about five survivors trying to make sense of a New World after a devastating urban catastrophe challenges their basic human needs. Set in a bleak, post-urban landscape in the aftermath of the Third World War, the film presents a strangel... Alles lesenAFTER THE APOCALYPSE is a futuristic drama about five survivors trying to make sense of a New World after a devastating urban catastrophe challenges their basic human needs. Set in a bleak, post-urban landscape in the aftermath of the Third World War, the film presents a strangely limited environment where a single woman and four men are forced to communicate without ... Alles lesen

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10whysmith

Survivors of an apocalyptic war struggle to connect but harmful gases make it impossible for them to speak

The very idea of a movie that has no dialogue intrigued me from the start, and 'After the Apocalyse' does not disappoint. It is an innovative, beautiful tale of people trying to connect with each other after a devastating war--without the ability to speak. Yasuaki Nakajima does not shy away from the crasser aspects of post- apocalyptic living, yet he poignantly shows how people must depend on one another in order to survive. The actors demonstrate a terrific range of emotion and somehow, without voices, reveal their characters' distinct personalities. The use of sound is brilliant and Nakajima has a poetic eye. He proves that a lot can be said through very little.

9frontpix

Creates a vivid portrait of a post-war wasteland.

Yasuaki Nakajima has done a masterful job of creating a knockout film from obviously limited resources, using a brilliantly executed sound design in place of dialogue and a set of locations that are perfect for his story line. His own acting in the film is also first-rate and I especially liked his scenes with the woman, as well as the excellent opening in which he emerges through a heavy metal door into the moaning wind of some earth-shattering disaster. Rather than spell out what has created the apocalypse, Nakajima wisely treats his film as an allegory -- e.g. if this were the aftermath of a nuclear bomb, wouldn't the survivors become ill with radiation poisoning? The film has added relevance at a time when some world leaders once again seem hell-bent on making war, ignoring its historical consequences. Congratulations on a terrific job.

8cedar-8

Post apocalyptic drama about starving not for food, but for being touched by other human beings.

I had the chance to see the film "After the Apocalypse" a couple of months ago, and though the feminist in me had some difficulties liking the female character for what I considered a certain lack of character, I was quite taken by the atmosphere and the fact that anyone will understand the movie without having to understand English. There were many moments that made the film absolutely worthwhile for they were filled with a sincere humanity, that made one relate to those rugged remains of society. The scene do not only show the endearing side of us, but also the things we are capable of doing, when we are starving... be it for food or for the touch of another person.

10juliemoria

It is mesmerizing to watch...

It is mesmerizing to watch the interaction of the post apocalyptic survivors. With no dialogue, and reminiscent to the stylings of Jean-Jacques Annaud, we witness the stragglers of humanity and their will to survive. Through body language and primitive drawings we watch the story unfold and relationships form. One woman among four men evolves into tension and jealousy. We also witness love, loyalty and feasting. In spite of the horror that the world has become, the absolute need for companionship is paramount. The results give us hope for mankinds continued existence. A gritty, realistic portrayal of humanity in a new dawn. Great story telling set to a great score.

8bakeruthie

Creative and full of emotions

After the Apocalypse has a very original approach to telling this type of story. The acting is very good and primal, and the directing is great. The locations and wardrobe are appropriate. The sound design is very creative, and really enhances the story and picture. Everything put together this way allows the viewer to travel through the whole gamut of emotions with the characters as they come to realize their situations and attempt to communicate with each other. It is refreshing to see such a different approach to film making. Watching this film is an interesting journey. This film really takes you on a journey out of yourself. Perhaps it took me to a place in my brain that has not been accessed much since I was a child.