Shoplifters

Ulkar Alakbarova of Movie Moves Me

2018-10-08

The filmmaker cleverly showcases the struggles the family or the band go through on a daily basis. However, somehow they never lose spirit, determination or the ability to have a positive outlook, which is the true charm of this absolutely masterful piece or art. Read more

Filipe Freitas of Always Good Movies

2019-02-27

Beautifully shot and brimming with precious humane details, the film is always gentle in tone. Nothing surprising here since Koreeda is a creative storyteller that doesn’t need to make a fuss to clearly bring his point of view. Read more

Ben Isbel of Film Blerg

2018-11-12

It’s moving and tender but never feels heavy handed or manipulative when creating the highs and lows. Read more

Eric Hillis of The Movie Waffler

2018-11-11

Shoplifters plays like a greatest hits of Kore-eda's career, developing and deconstructing themes he's explored before, and for most of its running time it's right up there with the best of his work. Read more

Evan Popplestone of Cinema's Fringes

2018-10-31

A touching, modest movie. While some viewers may find it to be a little lacking in real dramatic fireworks, it’s rewarding for those who take the time to let its bittersweet depiction of those living on the margins of society soak in.

George Wolf of Maddwolf

2019-01-08

The cast is universally charming, and when Koreeda is content to ride the casually observational pace he introduces, Shoplifters works humanistic wonders with its sweet vignettes of love and mercy. Read more