Title: Seagrass
Year: 2024
Genre: Drama
Rating: 5.6
Cast: Ally Maki, Luke Roberts, Chris Pang, Nyha Huanga Breitkreuz, Remy Marthaller
Description: The unsettling silence of grief, amplified by the crashing waves of the Pacific, forms the haunting core of Meredith Hama-Brown's 'Seagrass'. Ally Maki delivers a powerhouse performance as a Japanese-Canadian woman navigating the complexities of bereavement and fractured familial bonds during a family retreat. The film, expertly cast with Luke Roberts, Chris Pang, and Nyha Huanga Breitkreuz adding depth to the interwoven relationships, isn't just a family drama; it's a poignant exploration of inherited trauma and the delicate balance between individual healing and collective well-being. Hama-Brown masterfully uses the stunning coastal setting to mirror the emotional turmoil, creating a visual symphony of beauty and underlying unease. 'Seagrass' is a must-see for its raw emotional honesty and its subtle yet powerful exploration of intergenerational trauma.