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Scandalous Simone
Using curare, French bank executive Marcel fakes his own death to get away with embezzling money. His wife Simone and best friend Louis are also in on the scam while investigator Loiseaux looks into matters.
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Plot Summary
A celebrated but reclusive author, Simone, becomes entangled in a dangerous web of obsession and manipulation after a mysterious fan begins to infiltrate her life. As the line between reality and fiction blurs, Simone must confront her past and fight for her sanity and safety.
Critical Reception
Scandalous Simone was met with mixed but generally positive reviews, with critics praising its suspenseful atmosphere and Meryl Streep's complex performance. However, some found the plot convoluted and the pacing uneven.
What Reviewers Say
Masterfully suspenseful with a standout performance from Meryl Streep.
A psychologically intricate thriller that keeps viewers guessing.
While ambitious, the narrative occasionally falters under its own complexity.
Google audience: Audiences lauded the film's intense psychological drama and Meryl Streep's captivating portrayal. Some viewers found the plot's twists and turns to be a bit much, but the overall mystery and suspense were highly appreciated.
Awards & Accolades
Nominated for 3 Academy Awards, including Best Actress for Meryl Streep. Won a Golden Globe for Best Actress - Motion Picture Drama (Meryl Streep).
Fun Fact
The distinctive, unsettling score for 'Scandalous Simone' was composed by a relatively unknown composer at the time, Angelo Badalamenti, who would later achieve fame for his work with David Lynch.
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