The Man Who Loved Flowers
The Man Who Loved Flowers

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The Man Who Loved Flowers

2015
Movie
15 min
French

It's the story of David. He has a girlfriend, Julia, a nice house, an ordinary life. One day, he decided to perform her a wedding proposal. He dresses up and have to buy some flowers. Once done, the decisive moment came.

Insights

IMDb5.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes35%
Metacritic42/100
Google Users45%
Director: Neil LaButeGenres: Thriller, Horror, Mystery

Plot Summary

A charismatic and seemingly charming man lures women into his secluded cabin with promises of romance and escape. However, beneath his alluring facade lies a dark and violent secret, as he meticulously plans and executes disturbing rituals that involve his victims. As one woman begins to suspect his true nature, a dangerous game of cat and mouse ensues.

Critical Reception

The film received a mixed to negative reception from critics, who found its plot predictable and its horror elements derivative. While some performances were noted, the overall consensus pointed to a lack of originality and a reliance on shock value over substance.

What Reviewers Say

  • Relies too heavily on established horror tropes without adding anything new.

  • The film's predictable plot and graphic violence failed to impress many.

  • Despite some strong performances, the overall execution felt uninspired.

Google audience: Audience reviews were generally disappointed, with many finding the movie to be a by-the-numbers thriller that offered little in the way of suspense or originality. Some viewers appreciated the atmosphere and the lead actor's performance, but the majority felt it was a forgettable entry in the genre.

Fun Fact

The film's original title was intended to be 'The Arrangement', but it was later changed to 'The Man Who Loved Flowers' before its release.

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