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Imagine

  • 20122012
  • Not RatedNot Rated
  • 1h 45m
IMDb RATING
7.3/10
2.6K
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Imagine (2012)
  • Drama
A blind teacher breaks the rules to help a female student rediscover the pleasures of life.A blind teacher breaks the rules to help a female student rediscover the pleasures of life.A blind teacher breaks the rules to help a female student rediscover the pleasures of life.
IMDb RATING
7.3/10
2.6K
YOUR RATING
  • Director
    • Andrzej Jakimowski
  • Writer
    • Andrzej Jakimowski(screenplay)
  • Stars
    • Edward Hogg
    • Alexandra Maria Lara
    • Melchior Derouet
Top credits
  • Director
    • Andrzej Jakimowski
  • Writer
    • Andrzej Jakimowski(screenplay)
  • Stars
    • Edward Hogg
    • Alexandra Maria Lara
    • Melchior Derouet
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    • 10User reviews
    • 27Critic reviews
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    • Awards
      • 5 wins & 10 nominations

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    Imagine (2012)
    Imagine (2012)
    Melchior Derouet and Alexandra Maria Lara in Imagine (2012)
    Alexandra Maria Lara and Edward Hogg in Imagine (2012)
    Edward Hogg in Imagine (2012)
    Alexandra Maria Lara and Edward Hogg in Imagine (2012)
    Alexandra Maria Lara and Edward Hogg in Imagine (2012)
    Edward Hogg in Imagine (2012)
    Edward Hogg in Imagine (2012)
    Edward Hogg in Imagine (2012)
    Alexandra Maria Lara in Imagine (2012)
    Melchior Derouet and Andrzej Jakimowski in Imagine (2012)

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    Edward Hogg
    Edward Hogg
    • Ianas Ian
    Alexandra Maria Lara
    Alexandra Maria Lara
    • Evaas Eva
    Melchior Derouet
    • Serranoas Serrano
    Francis Frappat
    • Doctoras Doctor
    João Lagarto
    João Lagarto
    • Brother Humbertoas Brother Humberto
    Alix Planco
    • Ian's Studentas Ian's Student
    António Rolo
    • Ian's Studentas Ian's Student
    Cláudia Soares
    • Ian's Studentas Ian's Student
    Denilson Gomes
    • Ian's Studentas Ian's Student
    Ellie Wallwork
    Ellie Wallwork
    • Ian's Studentas Ian's Student
    Grace Whitford
    • Ian's Studentas Ian's Student
    Jason Monero
    • Ian's Studentas Ian's Student
    Jonathan Delalonde
    • Ian's Studentas Ian's Student
    Josua Black
    • Ian's Studentas Ian's Student
    Lucy Hogan
    • Ian's Studentas Ian's Student
    Maya Al-Kadri
    • Ian's Studentas Ian's Student
    Sérgio Neves
    • Ian's Studentas Ian's Student
    Sofia Santos
    • Ian's Studentas Ian's Student
    • Director
      • Andrzej Jakimowski
    • Writer
      • Andrzej Jakimowski(screenplay)
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    Top review
    9/10
    It is possible to see without looking
    Ian, a blind man, can find his way along the streets of Lisbon on his own and without the use of a cane. He listens intently and professes to see more with his imagination than with his eyes. A school for blind children takes Ian on as a teacher, but not without deep misgivings. As Ian takes away the children's canes and leads them into the streets, evidence mounts that Ian's methods are more dangerous than they appear and even that he is a fraud. At the same time a reclusive and wary young woman at the school, Eva, decides to place her trust in Ian. Eva stands to vindicate Ian or be the final nail in his coffin.

    Imagine is an unconventional and moving film. It is the kind that renews your faith in the magic of film and stories. Filmed on location in Lisbon, the scenery is a treat for those who can see. So is the story. It kept me guessing until the end. The characters are balanced; all are vulnerable, but not powerless. Despite how good Imagine is, it was not widely released in North America. I wish I knew the reason. Many people make fun of it, but that is the case with all films. Each film appeals to certain people, not everyone. I like this film because I too see more with my imagination than with my eyes, and I try to use all my senses when I take a walk in the city as well as the natural world. Those who don't agree won't like this film. Seen at the Toronto international film festival.
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    • Release date
      • April 12, 2013 (Poland)
    • Countries of origin
      • Poland
      • Portugal
      • France
      • United Kingdom
    • Official sites
      • Official site
      • Official site (Japan)
    • Languages
      • English
      • French
      • Portuguese
      • German
    • Also known as
      • Blind Watching
    • Filming locations
      • Lisbon, Portugal
    • Production companies
      • Zjednoczenie Artystów i Rzemieslników
      • KMBO
      • Film and Music Entertainment (F&ME)
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      1 hour 45 minutes
    • Color
      • Color

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