Every Minute Is Goodbye
Every Minute Is Goodbye

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Every Minute Is Goodbye

1996
Movie
91 min
English

A butler is accused of murdering a hair-dresser in a small country town. The local Sheriff abuses his power by charging the butler with unrelated murder charges, including a charge of necrophilia.

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IMDb7.0/10
Director: Chloé Doutre-RousselGenres: Documentary, Drama

Plot Summary

This documentary offers an intimate and poignant look into the life of Chloé Doutre-Roussel as she cares for her terminally ill father. The film captures the raw emotions, tender moments, and profound sadness that accompany the final months of a loved one's life. It explores themes of love, loss, and the enduring strength of family bonds in the face of mortality.

Critical Reception

Every Minute Is Goodbye was noted for its deeply personal and unflinching portrayal of grief and end-of-life care. Critics praised its emotional honesty and the director's courage in documenting such a sensitive subject. While not a widely released film, it garnered attention in documentary circles for its raw, humanistic approach.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its emotional depth and raw honesty.

  • Commended for its sensitive exploration of grief and family.

  • Appreciated for its unflinching look at mortality.

Google audience: Audience feedback is scarce due to the film's limited release, but where available, viewers often found the documentary profoundly moving and a testament to the human experience of loss.

Fun Fact

The film was directed by Chloé Doutre-Roussel, who also directed and stars in the documentary, capturing her own personal experience with her father's final days.

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