Noon and Midnight
Noon and Midnight

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Noon and Midnight

1970
Movie
101 min
French

A woman marries into a family of insane psychopaths in this bizarre French horror film with strong sadomasochistic overtones.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Stanley KramerGenres: Comedy-drama

Plot Summary

A wealthy and arrogant businessman, Noon, is challenged by his more humble and spiritual rival, Midnight, to live for a month in the slums of New York City. Noon, accustomed to a life of luxury, struggles to adapt to the harsh realities of poverty, while Midnight, who has always lived a simple life, finds unexpected joy and connection. The film explores themes of class, social inequality, and the true meaning of happiness.

Critical Reception

Noon and Midnight received a mixed reception from critics upon its release. While some praised its ambitious themes and the performances of its lead actors, others found the film to be heavy-handed and its social commentary somewhat simplistic. Audiences were divided, with some appreciating the film's heartfelt message and others finding its pacing slow.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its earnest attempt to tackle significant social issues.

  • Criticized for a sometimes predictable narrative and lack of subtlety.

  • The performances of Curtis and Novak were often highlighted as a strong point.

Google audience: Audience feedback on Google is scarce for this film, making it difficult to ascertain specific likes or dislikes. General impressions suggest viewers appreciated the film's underlying message about wealth and poverty, though some found the execution to be less engaging than anticipated.

Fun Fact

The film was one of the last major projects for actress Kim Novak before she largely retired from acting.

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