Passion
Passion

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Passion

1999
Movie
162 min
Ukrainian

Based on the story of Marko Vovchok "Pavlо Chornokryl". Pavlo Chornokryl, passionate about young beauty Varka, kills his wife Anna for the opportunity to be with her mistress.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Alain CorneauGenres: Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A wealthy businessman, struggling with his personal and professional life, becomes entangled in a dangerous relationship with a younger man. This affair leads to a series of manipulations, betrayals, and ultimately, murder. The film explores themes of desire, obsession, and the dark underbelly of human relationships.

Critical Reception

Passion received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its atmospheric tension and strong performances, particularly from Daniel Auteuil and Sergi López. Some found the plot convoluted and the characters unsympathetic, but it was generally acknowledged as a stylish and engaging thriller.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its taut suspense and visually striking direction.

  • Auteuil and López deliver compelling and intense performances.

  • Some viewers found the narrative predictable or the characters difficult to connect with.

Google audience: Information regarding specific audience likes and dislikes from Google reviews is not readily available.

Fun Fact

Sergi López, who plays the manipulative younger man, later gained significant international recognition for his role as the villain in the critically acclaimed film 'Pan's Labyrinth'.

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