Circle of Two
Circle of Two

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Circle of Two

1981
Movie
106 min
English

A 60-year-old artist shares a secret, platonic romance with a 16-year-old girl.

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: Jud TaylorGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

A thirty-year-old art student begins an intense and controversial affair with a wealthy, dying sixty-five-year-old man. Their relationship is fraught with social disapproval and the looming shadow of his mortality. As their bond deepens, they explore themes of love, life, and the inevitability of death.

Critical Reception

Circle of Two received mixed to negative reviews from critics, primarily focusing on its controversial subject matter and perceived lack of emotional depth. While some acknowledged the performances, the film struggled to resonate with a wider audience.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film's central May-December romance was seen as provocative but underdeveloped.

  • Performances were sometimes praised, but the narrative was often criticized as contrived.

  • The movie's exploration of death and love was considered heavy-handed by many critics.

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Fun Fact

The film's unconventional premise and its mature themes led to some controversy and limited distribution upon its release.

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