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Consentantes
Marco, a baron and art collector, long ago lost his wife and child in an accident and suffered a leg injury. With his current wife, Rita, he has a bad relationship due to his failure to fulfill marital obligations. Marco plans a deal to acquire a Goya painting, for this purpose he meets with consultants: Professor Meli and the second, in the role of director Alessandro Perella. At the suggestion of Professor Meli, Marco comes to stay for a few nights while his wife is away: the Countess and her niece Sissi, also a lover of fine art, as well as the young lover of the Countess Rudy.
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Plot Summary
The film tells the story of a young woman who finds herself in a complex and emotionally charged relationship. Navigating societal expectations and personal desires, she must confront difficult choices about love, intimacy, and autonomy. Her journey is marked by introspection and a struggle to define her own path amidst challenging circumstances.
Critical Reception
Consentantes was a relatively modest French independent film that garnered some attention in niche film circles for its sensitive portrayal of a young woman's emotional and sexual awakening. Critical reviews often highlighted its intimate atmosphere and nuanced performances, though some found its pacing to be slow.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its sensitive and realistic depiction of a young woman's journey.
Noted for strong performances, particularly from the lead actress.
Some critics found the film's contemplative pace to be a drawback.
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Fun Fact
The film was part of a wave of French cinema in the late 1990s exploring themes of burgeoning sexuality and female agency.
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