Carol
Carol

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Carol

1990
Movie
59 min
Japanese

Living in London with her family, Carol is the daughter of a famous musician, Lionel Mudagolas. While he is currently having difficulties playing his cello, she occasionally starts to listen an unfamiliar voice calling her name. Wondering if her father's situation might be connected to the bad phase of her favorite band, Gable Screen, and the inexplicable silence of the Big Ben, Carol is suddenly transported to another world. There she finds out that she might be the girl predestined to fight Gigantica, a demon lord who recently brought chaos to this strange land.

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IMDb7.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes94%
Metacritic95
Google Users87%
Director: Gillian ArmstrongGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

In 1950s New York, a young department store clerk named Therese Belivet falls for an older, sophisticated woman named Carol Aird. As their forbidden love affair blossoms amidst the rigid social conventions of the era, they face societal judgment and personal sacrifices. Their relationship is tested by Carol's impending divorce and custody battle for her daughter, forcing them to confront the consequences of their choices.

Critical Reception

Carol was met with widespread critical acclaim, lauded for its performances, direction, screenplay, and visual style. Critics praised its sensitive and nuanced portrayal of a same-sex relationship in a restrictive historical period. It was frequently cited as one of the best films of the year and garnered numerous award nominations.

What Reviewers Say

  • A beautifully crafted and emotionally resonant love story.

  • Cate Blanchett and Rooney Mara deliver stunning, career-defining performances.

  • Masterful direction and cinematography capture the era with exquisite detail.

Google audience: Audiences overwhelmingly praised the film's romantic and emotional depth, with many highlighting the compelling performances of the lead actresses. The film's atmospheric depiction of the 1950s and its sensitive handling of a complex love story were also frequently commended.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for 6 Academy Awards, including Best Actress for Cate Blanchett and Best Supporting Actress for Rooney Mara. Also received numerous nominations and wins from Golden Globe Awards, BAFTA Awards, and the Cannes Film Festival.

Fun Fact

The film is based on the semi-autobiographical novel 'The Price of Salt' by Patricia Highsmith, published under the pseudonym Claire Morgan.

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