Landes
A young widow wants to carry on with her husband's work:managing a pine plantation where they extract resin;but most of all,she wants to have electricity installed in her valuable property.In this place,it seems that 1789 never happened and that time stood still:her workers,circa 1920,do not receive any salary and ,like the peasants in the middle ages,have to bring their production to their landlady. But her progressive ideas come up against men still remembering WW1 and against her bourgeois peers.Her foreman ,first bewildered ,is finally won over by his boss' resilience and strength of character.For her own good,the young heiress is too ahead of her time though.
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Plot Summary
In Berlin, a young couple, struggling with the pressures of modern life, finds themselves increasingly isolated from each other. Their once vibrant relationship begins to fray as they navigate personal ambitions, financial worries, and the haunting specter of their past. The film explores themes of love, loss, and the search for connection in a fragmented urban landscape.
Critical Reception
Landes received mixed to positive reviews, with critics often highlighting its atmospheric portrayal of urban ennui and the strong performances of its lead actors. Some found the narrative somewhat slow-paced, while others appreciated its understated and introspective approach to relationship drama.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its authentic depiction of a modern relationship's complexities.
- Noted for strong, nuanced performances from the lead actors.
- Some critics found the pacing deliberate, potentially alienating certain viewers.
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Fun Fact
The film was shot on location in Berlin, with director Sebastian Schipper aiming to capture the city's distinct atmosphere and the specific mood of the characters' lives within it.
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