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Germanes de sang
Marga, a well-known television presenter, organizes a dinner with old friends from boarding school to which he has not seen for 30 years. But the meeting hidden other motives. Marga projects an old super 8 film shot where they can guess the murderer of a friend by one of the dinner guests. After a night of surprises and serious accusations, the truth comes out.
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Plot Summary
Two sisters, separated in childhood, reunite as adults. One is a successful lawyer, while the other has lived a life of crime. Their reunion brings forth old resentments and secrets, leading to a dangerous entanglement where family loyalty is tested to its limits.
Critical Reception
The film was moderately received, appreciated for its tense atmosphere and strong performances from the lead actresses. However, some critics found the plot predictable and the pacing uneven.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its compelling sisterly dynamic and suspenseful narrative.
Criticized for relying on familiar crime thriller tropes.
The performances of Pernel and Thomassin were highlighted as a significant strength.
Google audience: Audience reception information is not readily available for this title.
Fun Fact
The film was originally a made-for-television movie in France.
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