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Review of Soul

Review of Soul

February 1, 2024 4A CHAN SUM YAU Comments 1 comment

Have you ever thought about the meaning of life? If you find your life to be meaningless, you should definitely watch the movie Soul. This movie will inspire and encourage you.

In the story, a pianist named Joe Gardner dreams of playing jazz professionally. However, his mother wants him to accept a full-time job. Impressed by Joe’s piano playing, the famous jazz musician Dorothea Williams hires him for her show at a jazz club. Joe is over the moon, but his excitement distracts him, and he falls down an open manhole to his death. Joe becomes a soul and he escapes from the ‘Great Beyond’ because he wants to finish the show. He arrives at a place called the “Great Before,” where new souls get prepared for life on Earth. Joe is assigned to 22, a soul who has been in the Great Before for thousands of years. 22 hates and avoids living on Earth. To return to Earth using 22’s badge, Joe must help find her “spark” to complete her badge.

After experiencing life on Earth, 22 discovers the joy of living. The “Spark” isn’t what you enjoy doing, but rather it’s about the passion for life. When 22 is in Joe’s body, she is curious about everything, even the things that we ignore in our lives. On the other hand, Joe loves jazz and thinks it is his whole life. He works hard, but he dies before achieving his dream, leading him to believe his entire life was meaningless. Actually, we have busy lives, so we often miss many things that can make our lives meaningful. If we care about everything and every person we meet, we will find the reason to live and can enjoy our lives.

In conclusion, this film leads us to find the meaning of life. Overall, I think this movie is worth watching and is thought-provoking.


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  1. Ken Kum says:
    February 1, 2024 at 5:18 am

    This review thoughtfully distills the essence of “Soul,” highlighting its introspective journey into life’s purpose. The contrast between Joe’s single-minded passion for jazz and 22’s broader curiosity is a poignant reminder to cherish the full spectrum of our experiences. The reviewer’s reflection on the film’s message encourages a deeper appreciation for life’s simple moments, making the review itself an invitation to both see the film and look within.

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