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The Mistress
The love story of a married and wealthy businessman with a rented woman.
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Plot Summary
A successful Parisian lawyer, who leads a double life, finds her carefully constructed world unraveling. She navigates complex relationships with her husband, her lover, and a mysterious woman who enters her life.
Critical Reception
The Mistress received mixed to positive reviews, with praise often directed at its exploration of female desire and complex relationships, though some critics found its pacing deliberate.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its sophisticated portrayal of a woman's desires and emotional landscape.
Appreciated for its nuanced performances, particularly from Bulle Ogier.
Some found the narrative too understated or slow-moving.
Google audience: Audience reception on Google is not readily available, but general sentiment points to appreciation for its mature themes and character study.
Fun Fact
The film was based on the novel 'L'Amour-propre' by Nicole Brenez.
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