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this is one of the most beautiful movies, i have ever seen. the cinematography is outstanding in every shot. the nile theme song that played throughout the movie was fantastic. actors Played and felt very real and human. the story follows the eldest daughter of a troubled and broken family, who is trying to keep her brother from from fallen into the life of crime. overall this is an amazing movie about revenge family and tragedy

This is not a great film but quietly effective nevertheless. Little happens in the traditional sense for this is more or less set within a cramped space within a small holding. We see a young girl looking after her younger sister, her father, to some extent her grandfather whilst also trying to reign in the criminal tendencies of her older brother who is ever chasing off to Taiwan's capital Taipei. The neon streaked streets and cafes and restaurants contrast with the dull domestic life but it is the static way these scenes are shot that gives the film its distinct look. We see part of a room, some of it reflected, perhaps a half opened door and people move in and out of frame. At times this appears to be some non narrative experimental film but just enough information is provided to maintain our interest and keep the film moving forward. Just about anyway!

I took a chance on this film based on the 7.0 rating here. I can only describe my viewing experience as the same as watching paint dry. If you need help in falling asleep, this movie may be just the answer. A beautiful twenty year-old girl is at the center of the story. She has an older brother who is a small time criminal who is always in trouble. Mom has died and so the girl must help raise a younger sister. The main actress is very attractive but her obsession with the Nile is never explained. I see no reason to recommend Daughter of the Nile.

Another early Hsiso-Hsien Hou film that reveals his great capacity for tenderness and for getting deep inside the family psyche, in this case a family living on the margins. Lin is the "Daughter of the Nile" of the title, a fantasy character in a graphic novel she's readiing. In reality she's the oldest sister in a family of petty criminals, struggling with her education as well as her background and almost everything is seen through her eyes.

The plot hardly matters; this is an observation of life in a very westernized Taipei in the eighties; we could be almost anywhere in America or in any UK city where people steal for a living and call it work and even back in the eighties it was clear that Hsiso-Hsien was a master filmmaker and a great director of actors. The performances here are beautifully naturalistic with Lin Yang outstanding in the lead. It's a little rough around the edges, perhaps and maybe a little too indebted to Ozu's style of filmmaking but it remains an essential work in the director's canon nevertheless and shouldn't be missed.

A very slow, offbeat, realistic and beautiful movie. Not for everyone, this is for those who enjoy out of the box dramas. Really loved it. The film deals basically the struggles of a small family. If you get into the characters, this film will give you an unforgettable experience.