Barrage
Sabine, a 30-year-old woman, has recently moved to an isolated house near to a river with a dam. She is accompanied by her son Thomas, aged 15. As she tries to settle into her new home, Sabine experiences a series of strange phenomena. She cannot bear to see her son grow up and leave her, and she will do anything to keep him with her...
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Plot Summary
Catherine is a journalist who travels to Africa to cover a story, but finds herself entangled in a local conflict. She becomes involved with a doctor and a military officer, complicating her professional and personal life. As the situation escalates, she must confront difficult truths about war, love, and loyalty.
Critical Reception
Barrage received a mixed to positive reception, with critics often highlighting its atmospheric tension and strong performances, particularly from Nathalie Baye. Some found the narrative to be somewhat uneven, but the film was generally praised for its exploration of complex moral themes within a war-torn setting.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its atmospheric and tense portrayal of conflict.
- Nathalie Baye delivers a compelling central performance.
- The film's narrative pacing and thematic depth were points of discussion, with some finding it more engaging than others.
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Fun Fact
Although set in an unspecified African country, the film was primarily shot in Morocco.
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