Longing for the loss of memory.
A young boy has his family ripped from him by the Nazi’s during WWII. This tragic moment causes all sorts of issues for him later in life. Intimacy, trust and happiness are all virtually impossible for him as his lives trapped in the memories of the past.
“Fugitive Pieces” is a somber tale of the importance of letting go, forgiveness and the acceptance of memory — an acceptance that can allow us to control grief and guilt so that we may live with joy and love.
The cast is remarkable. A film like this is nothing without performances that can carry the emotional weight of its subject. Stephen Dillane, Rade Serbedzija, Ayelet Zurer and Rosamund Pike are all magnificent here, exploring material that is deeply thoughtful and complex. A special nod to both Zurer and Pike (two actresses who are near the top of my personal A-list), each of whom glow with the brilliance necessary to enlighten this dark story.
“Fugitive Pieces” is one of those movies that deserves a bigger audience than it will find. It is a story of healing and reconciliation that will stay with you far longer than most films from 2008.
