Director : Kiyoshi Kurosawa
Cinematographer : Junichiro Hayashi
Genre : Mystery
Country : Japan
Duration : 104 Minutes
🔸 A strange tree stands in the middle of a forest, and everyone around it believes it must either live or die. This unusual idea forms the center of Charisma. The story follows a police detective who arrives in a remote area after a failed hostage incident. There he becomes involved in a strange conflict between different groups of people, all arguing about the fate of a single tree called “Charisma.” The plot is simple on the surface but slowly turns into a symbolic and philosophical story.
🔸 The film creates a mysterious and unsettling atmosphere. Conversations often feel strange and abstract, and characters speak about the tree as if it represents something larger than nature. The lead performance is calm and controlled, fitting the film’s quiet tone. The cinematography also adds to the mood, using forests, empty spaces, and silence to create a feeling of isolation. Many scenes feel dreamlike, making the story feel more like a reflection than a traditional narrative.
🔸 However, the film’s abstract style can also feel frustrating. The symbolism is interesting but not always clear, and the story sometimes feels distant from the audience. Some viewers may struggle to connect emotionally with the characters. The pacing is steady but occasionally slow, and the payoff does not feel very strong after the long buildup. Even so, Charisma remains an interesting and unusual film that explores ideas about balance, control, and human interference with nature.
Verdict : Above Average
DC Rating : 3/5
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