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Daruma

  • 2023
  • 1h 44m
IMDb RATING
6.3/10
166
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Daruma (2023)
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PATRICK (bitter wheelchair user) enlists the help of his cantankerous neighbor ROBERT (double amputee) to transport the four-year-old daughter he never knew he had to live with her maternal ... Read allPATRICK (bitter wheelchair user) enlists the help of his cantankerous neighbor ROBERT (double amputee) to transport the four-year-old daughter he never knew he had to live with her maternal grandparents on the other side of the country.PATRICK (bitter wheelchair user) enlists the help of his cantankerous neighbor ROBERT (double amputee) to transport the four-year-old daughter he never knew he had to live with her maternal grandparents on the other side of the country.

  • Director
    • Alexander Yellen
  • Writer
    • Kelli McNeil
  • Stars
    • Tobias Forrest
    • John W. Lawson
    • Victoria Scott
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    6.3/10
    166
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Alexander Yellen
    • Writer
      • Kelli McNeil
    • Stars
      • Tobias Forrest
      • John W. Lawson
      • Victoria Scott
    • 38User reviews
    • 10Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 3 wins total

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    Tobias Forrest
    Tobias Forrest
    • Patrick
    John W. Lawson
    John W. Lawson
    • Robert
    Victoria Scott
    • Camilla
    Barry Bostwick
    Barry Bostwick
    • Horace
    Abigail Hawk
    Abigail Hawk
    • Anna
    Austin Basis
    Austin Basis
    • Thomas
    William Guirola
    William Guirola
    • Security Guard
    Cameron Gordon
    Cameron Gordon
    • Rideshare Driver
    Tamara Goodwin
    • Medic
    Sandi McCree
    Sandi McCree
    • Maxine
    Madonna Young Magee
    Madonna Young Magee
    • Eugenia
    Yuuki Luna
    Yuuki Luna
    • Associate Two
    Brian Kim McCormick
    Brian Kim McCormick
    • Brad
    • (as Brian Kim)
    Dahlya Glick
    Dahlya Glick
    • Associate One
    Kelli McNeil
    Kelli McNeil
    • Kaitlin
    Anastasia Baranova
    Anastasia Baranova
    • Heather
    Whitney Anderson
    Whitney Anderson
    • Cherry
    Tom Beyer
    Tom Beyer
    • Homeless Vet
    • Director
      • Alexander Yellen
    • Writer
      • Kelli McNeil
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    User reviews38

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    10debtan-27970

    This isn't a story about disability: it's a story about forgiveness, friendship and fatherhood.

    Daruma is a triumph of authentic storytelling. As a disabled woman, it's rare to see characters who reflect not just my experiences but my complexities, dreams, and flaws (and desires!!!!). This isn't a story about disability-it's a story about friendship, resilience, and confronting life's messy moments. The bond between Patrick and Robert is deeply human and emotionally raw, capturing the frustrations, humor, and beauty of their journey. Watching this film felt like being truly seen, not for my disability, but for the person I am beyond it. The performances are nuanced and magnetic, drawing you into a narrative that's as relatable as it is moving. Daruma doesn't preach; it connects. It's a film I'll carry with me, grateful for the way it made me laugh, cry, and, most importantly, feel seen.
    10jorgereyes-35470

    DARUMA Takes a Chance That Studios Won't and It Paid off BIG Time

    Fellow filmmaker here: I've been to a LOT of my friends' screenings over the years and seen a LOT of movies that felt like they just missed the mark. This is NOT one of those movies. The filmmakers did such an incredible job of not only storytelling but casting the film authentically and they did it in way that by the end of the movie you didn't even realize you were looking at disability on the screen. Like... what a hat trick! Not only were the performances fantastic by the two lead and the supporting cast (Barry Bostwick is all I have to say about that!) but the production quality was astounding. The camera work, the sound, the sets, the wardrobe, the continuity. It was all there. This is a real, studio level film but these filmmakers did something studios do not do: they make an authentically cast film and didn't center the disability and took a risk. And it paid off. In spades. And as a fellow filmmaker I have chime in that these kinds of films don't come around often. So if you want to see more representation on screen and want to see more diverse stories, then please RENT or BUY this film. Indie film is in such a hard spot right now and these filmmakers deserve every single dollar that they will earn back from the exhibition of this film. Don't miss it and please don't sleep on it. You won't regret it.
    10franklinw_bb

    Loved the Symbolism of the Daruma Doll

    I saw this at The Miracle Theater in DC and I LOVED it! It's a quiet movie about a man trying to let go of the past and become the person he was meant to be. I loved the symbolism of the Daruma doll in the movie - it was very subtle and the move I think about the movie, the more layers and nuances I begin to uncover. There's a lot of layers to unpack in the film and it was really surprising how by the end of the movie, you completely forget about the disability at all. You're just looking at two normal people who are going through the human experience and trying and learning and picking themselves back up again! Very good and highly recommend!
    jules-bruff

    Beautifully shot - a wonderful ride

    I loved this film. It is filled with heart and humor. The characters are grounded in reality and flawed - like all of us.

    The story is raw and honest. We've all been through the dark night of the soul- and director Alexander Yellen captures lead character Patrick's (played beautifully by Tobias Forrest)deep existential crisis.

    Kelli McNeil's writing is strong and funny, and the pace keeps the audience engaged.

    One of my favorite parts of the film is how beautifully it is shot. The soundtrack is surprisingly vibrant and upbeat.

    Finally, it is a film that addresses the complexities of family and life ALONG with inclusive messaging. People have disabilities. Some are invisible, and some are visible. I am not in a wheelchair. One of my dearest friends is in a wheelchair, and guess what-his life is as real, important, valid, passionate, and complex as mine.

    Support independent art and see this beautifully shot and told story!
    8andrewsasaki

    Classic Charming Indie Roadtrip Movie

    This is a well-made film with classic indie vibes and a touching father-daughter relationship at the center of the story. It stars a pair of surprisingly strong actors with actual disabilities and very cute little girl. There are a couple of recognizable faces who are clearly there for more than marketing value. If you're a fan of Blue Bloods you'll appreciate a very different kind of role for Abigail Hawk (Detective Baker) and Barry Bostwick, who I know mostly from comedic roles and Rocky Horror, lends some genuine gravitas to this film and got me a little choked up. If you like indie roadtrip movies, definitely watch this one.

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    • Trivia
      A Daruma doll is a hollow, round, Japanese traditional doll modeled after Bodhidharma, the founder of the Zen tradition of Buddhism. It is accompanied by certain rules as part of the simple but powerful tradition: when you get a Daruma, you make a wish or set a goal, then color in one of its blank eyes (usually the left one). The Daruma then "stares" at you until you've made that wish come true. Then, you fill in the second eye to mark your success and as a symbol of gratitude for otherworldly intervention.
    • Alternate versions
      Feature length version of the original short with the same name (2018).

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    • Release date
      • November 15, 2024 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Language
      • English
    • Production companies
      • Chiaroscuro Productions I
      • Daruma Media
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      • 1h 44m(104 min)
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