[NO SPOILERS] This movie is a real gem. Each scene is so well written, directed and acted, it seems like real life, but still stylized. There's little bits of unexpected business that just ads to the enjoyment of the film: a little giggle here, and turn of a phrase there, a certain look, etc. I couldn't take my eyes off the screen. It reminded me in the tone and pacing of "Unstrung Heroes", another heart-string pulling film directed by an famous actress. Once you get to the end of "Us and Them" you are rewarded with such a bittersweet experience, you'll just sit transfixed for a while. It's that good.