Title: Farewell Amor
Year: 2020
Rating: 6.9
Cast: Ntare Guma Mbaho Mwine, Zainab Jah, Jayme Lawson, Joie Lee, Marcus Scribner
Description: Achingly beautiful, "Farewell Amor" isn't just a film; it's a poignant tapestry woven from the threads of fractured family and hesitant reconciliation. The long-awaited reunion of an Angolan father and his family after 17 years of separation unfolds with a quiet intensity that resonates deeply. Director Ekwa Msangi masterfully captures the unspoken tensions and simmering emotions that lie beneath the surface of seemingly mundane interactions. This isn't a story of grand gestures, but of subtle shifts in body language, hesitant conversations, and the slow, painstaking rebuilding of trust. The film's power lies in its unflinching portrayal of the complexities of family dynamics, immigration, and the enduring power of love amidst profound loss. "Farewell Amor" lingers in the mind long after the credits roll, a testament to its emotional depth and cinematic grace.