Is Beside the Foggy Elbe / Estrellas ~The Stars~ Worth Watching?
Honest Review & Verdict (2019)

📖 The Core Premise

Beside the Foggy Elbe / Estrellas ~The Stars~ returns to the screen in 2019, bringing a fresh narrative to the Romance genre. At its heart, the film explores complex themes wrapped in a compelling storyline. As the plot unfolds, we see characters navigating a world where stakes are high. "Karl was a ship hand, who has decided to return to his hometown of Hamburg. There on the night of the yearly beer festival, he meets Margit, who tells him she has left her family home in search of freedom. They spend the night in a hotel, and fall in love. Not wanting to part, Karl proposes to Margit and the two rent an apartment together. In truth, Margit is the daughter of a prominent Hamburg family, and is engaged to a man named Florian. When her family comes in search of her, Margit vows to only return with Karl by her side."

🎬 Performance & Direction

A movie's success often hinges on its execution. In Beside the Foggy Elbe / Estrellas ~The Stars~, Yuzuru Kurenai delivers a performance that attempts to elevate the material. The direction aims to balance pacing with character development, a hallmark of good Romance. While there are moments of brilliance, the pacing occasionally dips.

🤔 Why You Should Watch (or Skip)

Is Beside the Foggy Elbe / Estrellas ~The Stars~ worth your time? If you appreciate Romance films that take risks, this is likely a decent one-time watch. However, if you are looking for a flawless masterpiece, you might find some plot points predictable.

🏆 Final Verdict

Ultimately, Beside the Foggy Elbe / Estrellas ~The Stars~ is a mixed bag to the genre. With a runtime of N/A minutes, it asks for a significant time investment, but for the right audience, it pays off.

Our recommendation: Skip It.