Épices
Épices

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Épices

2023
Movie
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French

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IMDb7.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes75%
Metacritic68/100
Google Users82%
Director: St uevois LejeuneGenres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

In a quiet French coastal town, a reclusive perfumer, Elodie, finds her meticulously crafted world shattered by the sudden disappearance of her younger sister. As Elodie delves into her sister's hidden life, she uncovers a dangerous secret involving a rare, illicit spice and a powerful, shadowy organization. Elodie must race against time to find her sister and confront the sinister forces threatening to engulf her and the entire community.

Critical Reception

Épices garnered a mixed to positive reception, with critics praising its atmospheric tension and strong lead performance, while some found the pacing occasionally uneven and the resolution somewhat predictable.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its evocative atmosphere and suspenseful narrative.

  • Clara Dupont's performance as the determined perfumer was widely lauded.

  • Some reviews noted a predictable plot progression in the latter half.

Google audience: Audiences appreciated the film's moody setting and the compelling mystery at its core. Many found the blend of perfumery and thriller elements unique and engaging, though a segment of viewers wished for more surprising plot twists.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Cinematography at the Lumière Awards.

Fun Fact

The unique scent created for the film's fictional 'Nuit Éternelle' perfume was developed by a real-life Parisian perfumer to enhance the authenticity of the protagonist's craft.

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