Till Death

A wealthy and eccentric elderly woman, Antoinette, lives alone in her grand mansion, surrounded by her devoted servants. As her health declines, her obsession with death grows, leading her to devise a macabre plan involving her servants and a mysterious young man. The film explores themes of mortality, obsession, and the dark side of human nature within an isolated, gothic setting.

The film received mixed to negative reviews upon its release, with many critics finding its plot convoluted and its attempts at horror and drama falling short. Some appreciated its atmospheric qualities and the performance of Alice Sapritch, but these were often overshadowed by the film's pacing and narrative inconsistencies. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm.

• The film struggles to balance its dramatic and horror elements, resulting in an uneven tone.

• Alice Sapritch delivers a memorable performance as the obsessive matriarch.

• The plot is often difficult to follow and lacks a cohesive narrative thrust.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available suggest a division between viewers who appreciated the film's unique, disturbing premise and its gothic atmosphere, and those who found it slow, confusing, and ultimately unsatisfying.

Director Jean-François Davy also starred in the film and co-wrote the screenplay, attempting to blend psychological drama with elements of the macabre.