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Face
During the Great War in the French countryside. Soldiers come back from the front, the others leave. Louis, age nine, lives with his mother in the family farm They wait for the return of his father, gone off to fight. Louis hopes every day to see him again and helps his mother in the works of the farm while far off resound the rumours of the war. And then one day, finally, it is the return. Louis finds his father. A foreigner from the war veteran with severe facial injuries.
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Plot Summary
A former criminal known as 'The Surgeon' attempts to leave his past behind and start a new life. However, his violent history catches up with him when a new threat emerges, forcing him to confront the very people he tried to escape. The film explores themes of redemption and the inescapable nature of one's past.
Critical Reception
Face received mixed to positive reviews, with critics often highlighting its gritty atmosphere and performances, particularly from its lead actors. Some found the plot predictable, while others appreciated its straightforward approach to a crime thriller narrative.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its intense action sequences and dark tone.
Acknowledged for strong performances by the lead actors.
Criticized by some for a familiar plot structure within the crime genre.
Google audience: Audience reception is not widely documented on Google reviews, with limited public data available for specific user opinions.
Fun Fact
The film is known for its realistic portrayal of the criminal underworld in Russia, drawing inspiration from real-life events and criminal structures.
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