Shoplifters

“Hirokazu Kore-eda’s *Shoplifters* is a masterclass in understated empathy, blending a gritty, lived-in realism with a profound, aching tenderness. Anchored by a superlative ensemble cast, the film gently dismantles conventional definitions of kinship, making it an essential watch for those who appreciate patient, emotionally resonant character studies that linger long after the credits roll.”