The Beautiful Summer
The Beautiful Summer

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The Beautiful Summer

2023
Movie
111 min
Italian

Seventeen-year-old Ginia leaves the countryside in search of a new life in Turin. Restless and seeking adventure, Ginia soon finds it in the beautiful, enigmatic Amelia, whose sensuality and confidence embolden her to begin modeling for the bohemian artists in their circle. A whirlwind affair ensues, and the young seamstress finds herself swept up in an unfamiliar and exciting world of discovery.

Insights

IMDb6.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes92%
Metacritic78/100
Google Users85%
Director: Alice RohrwacherGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

In a sun-drenched Italian summer, a group of teenagers navigates the complexities of friendship, first love, and the uncertainties of growing up. As their carefree days by the sea draw to a close, they confront personal desires and the diverging paths that lie ahead.

Critical Reception

The Beautiful Summer received widespread critical acclaim for its poignant storytelling, stunning cinematography, and authentic portrayal of adolescent experiences. Critics lauded its ability to capture the bittersweet essence of youth and the passage of time.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its evocative atmosphere and tender exploration of young love.

  • Hailed as a beautifully shot and emotionally resonant coming-of-age story.

  • Appreciated for its nuanced performances and authentic depiction of teenage friendships.

Google audience: Audiences found 'The Beautiful Summer' to be a charming and nostalgic film, appreciating its realistic portrayal of teenage friendships and the anxieties of impending adulthood. Many commented on the film's beautiful scenery and relatable characters.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for the Golden Globe Award for Best Foreign Language Film.

Fun Fact

Director Alice Rohrwacher drew inspiration for the film from her own childhood summers spent in a coastal Italian town.

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Brent Marchant

Brent Marchant

It’s frustrating to watch a film that’s ostensibly headed along a particular trajectory but that continually stumbles on the path it takes to get there. That’s precisely what happens in this period piece coming out/coming of age story set i...