The Exterminating Angels
The Exterminating Angels

The Exterminating Angels

2006
Movie
103 min
French

A filmmaker holds a series of boundary-pushing auditions for his latest project: a thriller on the subject of female pleasure.

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IMDb6.0/10
Director: Jean-Claude BrisseauGenres: Drama, Fantasy

Plot Summary

A group of women, seeking to escape the mundane and oppressive aspects of their lives, find themselves drawn into a mysterious, almost spiritual journey. They are guided by an enigmatic figure who promises them a radical transformation and a deeper understanding of existence. This journey challenges their perceptions of reality, desire, and liberation.

Critical Reception

The Exterminating Angels was met with a highly polarized critical response, characteristic of Jean-Claude Brisseau's work. While some critics lauded its ambitious philosophical themes and unique visual style, others found it pretentious, slow-paced, and difficult to engage with. Audiences were similarly divided, with many finding it esoteric and inaccessible.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its bold artistic vision and philosophical depth.
  • Criticized for its opaque narrative and challenging pacing.
  • Seen by some as a profound exploration of female liberation and spirituality.

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Fun Fact

The film was part of the official selection at the 2006 Cannes Film Festival, where it screened in competition for the Palme d'Or.

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