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After a night of fun and flirting with the couple Luise and Mariano, Iago is taken to a room where desire quickly turns into fear. What begins with kisses, caresses and wine soon turns into a macabre game of blood, lust and death, as Iago realizes, too late, the couple's true nature.
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Plot Summary
In Tangier, the centuries-old vampire Adam is deeply disillusioned with the state of humanity and spends his days in melancholic isolation. His companion, Eve, who resides in Tangier, is more resilient and optimistic. Their peaceful, albeit unconventional, existence is disrupted by the arrival of Eve's volatile younger sister, Ava, who brings chaos and danger into their lives, forcing them to confront their immortal nature and the world they inhabit.
Critical Reception
Only Lovers Left Alive received widespread critical acclaim, with particular praise directed at its unique atmosphere, Jarmusch's distinctive direction, and the performances of its lead actors. Critics lauded the film's stylish visuals, its thoughtful exploration of themes like love, art, and decay, and its subtle, often wry, humor, establishing it as a standout in the vampire genre.
What Reviewers Say
A stylish and meditative take on the vampire mythos.
Jarmusch's signature cool aesthetic is on full display, complemented by strong lead performances.
Explores themes of immortality, art, and the decline of civilization with a unique, languid pace.
Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's artistic direction, unique approach to vampires, and the chemistry between the lead actors. Some viewers found the pacing to be too slow, while others celebrated its atmospheric qualities and contemplative nature.
Awards & Accolades
Nominated for the Palme d'Or at the 2013 Cannes Film Festival.
Fun Fact
The apartment set for Adam and Eve's home in Tangier was inspired by the home of music producer and artist Tony Visconti, David Bowie's long-time collaborator.
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