Desiderando Selen

In a secluded Italian villa, a passionate and unconventional matriarch navigates complex family dynamics and her own desires. As her children gather for an event, long-buried secrets and forbidden attractions begin to surface, challenging the very foundations of their relationships. The film explores themes of love, identity, and the intoxicating allure of the forbidden.

Luca Guadagnino's "Desiderando Selen" (often referred to by its original Italian title, "I Am Love") garnered significant critical acclaim for its lush visuals, strong performances, and exploration of sensuality and class. Critics praised its operatic scope and Tilda Swinton's commanding presence, though some found its emotional intensity overwhelming.

• Praised for its sumptuous visuals and Tilda Swinton's magnetic performance.

• Applauded for its daring exploration of desire and social commentary.

• Some found the operatic tone and pacing challenging.

Google audience: Audience reviews frequently highlight the film's stunning aesthetic, Tilda Swinton's incredible acting, and the evocative portrayal of passion and family secrets. Some viewers found the film to be slow-paced or overly dramatic.

Nominated for an Academy Award for Best Costume Design. Won multiple awards including Best Actress for Tilda Swinton at the European Film Awards and Best Foreign Film at the National Society of Film Critics Awards.

The opulent Milanese apartment featured in the film was actually a real apartment belonging to the granddaughter of the famous Italian fashion designer Giorgio Armani, and the production was allowed to film there.