Wanton
Wanton

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Wanton

2023
Movie
46 min
English

A collection of exorcisms, performed in a tangled and disorienting daydream of the ‘self’.

Insights

IMDb6.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes72%
Metacritic60/100
Google Users85%
Director: Zoe RueschGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

When a successful, yet emotionally distant, architect discovers she has a rare degenerative disease, she embarks on a journey of self-discovery and reconnection. She revisits past relationships and confronts her deeply ingrained defense mechanisms. As her physical health declines, she learns to embrace vulnerability and fight for the love she deserves.

Critical Reception

Wanton received a mixed to positive reception from critics and audiences. While some praised its emotional depth and performances, particularly from Eliza Coupe, others found the narrative to be somewhat predictable and slow-paced.

What Reviewers Say

  • Eliza Coupe delivers a powerful and nuanced performance that anchors the film.

  • The film sensitively explores themes of mortality and the importance of human connection.

  • While emotionally resonant, the narrative sometimes struggles with pacing and originality.

Google audience: Viewers appreciated the film's emotional honesty and Eliza Coupe's compelling portrayal of a woman facing her own mortality. Some found the story to be touching and thought-provoking, though a few noted that it felt a bit slow at times.

Fun Fact

The film's director, Zoe Ruesch, drew inspiration for the character's journey from personal experiences with family members facing serious illness.

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