Romaine 30° Below
Romaine 30° Below

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Romaine 30° Below

2009
Movie
85 min
French

Romaine, a tall thirty-year-old woman, has not found herself yet. She has been living for several years with her boyfriend Justin. When, overnight, the latter drags her after him to Canada in order to start a new life, she blows smoke. Not only does she hate surprises but she is scared to death of taking the plane. Once in Montréal Airport, she dumps Justin after confessing to him things he would rather not have heard. Her Far North adventures can start...

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Christophe HonoréGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

A young man travels to Quebec to search for his former lover, who is studying in the city. Their reunion is fraught with the complexities of their past relationship and the challenges of navigating their present lives. The film explores themes of love, longing, and the search for identity across geographical and emotional distances.

Critical Reception

Romaine 30° Below received mixed to positive reviews, with critics often highlighting its sensitive portrayal of modern relationships and the performances of its lead actors. Some found the pacing slow, while others appreciated its contemplative and atmospheric approach to romantic drama.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its tender and realistic depiction of a complex relationship.

  • Noted for strong performances from its young cast, particularly Jérémie Elkaïm and Louis Garrel.

  • Some critics found the narrative structure and pacing to be somewhat disjointed or overly deliberate.

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Awards & Accolades

None notable.

Fun Fact

The film is part of a loosely connected trilogy by Christophe Honoré that explores themes of love and desire, alongside 'Love Songs' (2007) and 'Beloved' (2011).

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