Bad Girl
Bad Girl

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Bad Girl

2012
Movie
108 min
French

Louise simultaneously discovers that she is pregnant and that her mother is seriously ill. Happiness and guilt, euphoria and sadness, filial love and love, period. She'll need a good nine months to cope with all this.

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IMDb6.0/10
Director: Craig NewlandGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

Amy, a seemingly innocent young woman, finds herself entangled in a dangerous web when she becomes involved with a charismatic but manipulative older man. As her actions escalate, she struggles to maintain control of her life and choices, leading to a dramatic confrontation with her family and the consequences of her own burgeoning desires.

Critical Reception

Bad Girl (2012) received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its strong performances, particularly from lead actress Sara West, and its unflinching look at a young woman's descent into morally ambiguous territory. Some found the narrative occasionally predictable, but the film was generally acknowledged for its provocative themes and effective direction.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praises for Sara West's compelling performance as the titular 'bad girl'.

  • Appreciated for its exploration of themes like desire, manipulation, and consequence.

  • Some criticism for a plot that felt somewhat familiar at times.

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Fun Fact

The film was an official selection of the Melbourne International Film Festival in 2012.

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