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Devotee
Devotee is the story of Hervé, an assertive 43-year-old man who was born without arms or legs. He meets a gorgeous young man on line, a devotee (devoteeism or acrotomophilia) is the sexual attraction to people with amputations) who seems like he might be different. Their encounter proves Hervé's difficulty in finding a true connection with someone who is interested in treating him like a person rather than a mere fetish.
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Plot Summary
A family lives in a secluded compound, where the parents exert extreme control over their children, teaching them a world that is entirely fabricated. When the teenage daughter's birthday approaches, she begins to question the boundaries of her existence and the truth behind her parents' teachings. This leads to a series of disturbing events as the family's carefully constructed reality starts to unravel.
Critical Reception
Devotee was a divisive film upon its release, noted for its unsettling atmosphere and disturbing exploration of familial control. While some critics lauded its unique artistic vision and bold themes, others found it gratuitously bleak and difficult to engage with. It has since gained a cult following for its provocative nature.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its unique and disturbing premise.
Criticized for its bleakness and challenging subject matter.
Recognized as a challenging work of art with a strong directorial voice.
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Fun Fact
Devotee is a significant early work by Yorgos Lanthimos, who would later gain international acclaim for films like 'The Lobster' and 'The Favourite'.
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