Those who grew up with a maid at home will be able to identify with the emotions portrayed in 'Ilo Ilo'. The maid is not just someone who cares and looks after your daily needs; she is also your confidante and so much more.
The bond between the maid and the child is a special one and I thought Anthony Chen has very nicely captured that delicate emotion. Unlike most commercial films, Ilo Ilo does not have the usual narrative of a problem, climax and resolution. But I guess the most beautiful things on earth are often simple and plain.
Go catch it if you haven't.
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