Rachel
Rachel

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Rachel

2025
Movie
132 min
Malayalam

A butcher's daughter seeks violent revenge, fueled by loss and loyalty. Her brutal path intertwines with romance and conflict as she pursues justice.

Insights

IMDb6.3/10
Director: Gilles Paquet-BrennerGenres: Drama, History, War

Plot Summary

In 1942 Paris, a young Jewish woman named Rachel must make the difficult decision to entrust her infant daughter to a non-Jewish family to protect her from Nazi persecution. The film follows Rachel's harrowing journey and her desperate attempts to reunite with her child amidst the chaos of war.

Critical Reception

The film received a mixed to positive reception from critics, with praise often directed at the performances and the emotional weight of the story, although some found the pacing uneven.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its powerful portrayal of maternal sacrifice during wartime.

  • Some critics noted that the film's narrative could have benefited from tighter pacing.

  • The performances, particularly of the lead actors, were frequently highlighted as a strong point.

Google audience: Audience reviews are not widely aggregated or available.

Fun Fact

The film is based on the true story of Rachel Weitz, the mother of the film's producer.

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