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Generally favorable reviews - based on 5 Critics What's this?

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Universal acclaim- based on 4 Ratings

  • Summary: This Japanese film has been described as a psychedelic version of Ingmar Bergman's classic "Fanny and Alexander."
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  1. Positive: 5 out of 5
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 5
  3. Negative: 0 out of 5
  1. "Weird but cool," as one character says -- yet the movie is also remarkably touching.
  2. 75
    A tad too long, "Tea" is nevertheless touching and funny, with charming performances. You might say it's as calming as a hot cup of green tea.
  3. A bit of patience is required to get through The Taste of Tea, but patience is often rewarded, and it certainly is by this droll and oddly touching film.
  4. Reviewed by: Michelle Orange
    70
    Warm and fantastical family portrait.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1 out of 1
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 1
  3. Negative: 0 out of 1
  1. Matthieu
    9
    Visually striking, emotionaly moving... Don't go if your looking for action packed sessions but do not hesitate if your willing to travel fast and far! Expand