What happens when we die? Hereafter is really about our human instinct and wishing we could still reach out to those who pre-deceased us. Explored through the perspective of at least 3 key players: a French woman, a young child, and the seer-sayer himself. Others though do play impactful roles, for example; Damon’s character’s cooking class partner for one runs away when confronted by his unique ability. A few terse moments occur, but the movie’s intent is not fright. It makes you think not only about what happens in the transition, but what if anything is there to look forward to? Well acted, well scripted. A stark ending though, that I finally decided was intentional. Spiritually oriented individuals will really like this, others I think could be bored.
| Must be seen on big screen? | No | Entertaining and worthwhile just the same |
| wait for DVD or rental? | not if money’s not tight | |
| OK for your elementary school child? | Probably not unless you’ve already explored the concept of “death” and “dying” with your child | |
| OK for your child 14 or under? | probably yes | I envision a curious child could confront you on your positioning relevant to death & dying |
| OK for Family movie night? | Yes | no foul language nor sexual implications of concern; slight and brief drug use easily overlooked in the beginning |
| Comments | I actually wished it had been intentionally spookier | probably due to the time of year |
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