Permille
Permille

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Permille

2010
Movie
14 min
Icelandic

Erik likes to have a drink once in a while. The day after a good party, sitting with his girlfriend having a chat, he meets people he doesn't remember. Has he arrived at a crossroads? Is Erik in deeper trouble than usual?

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Christian E. ChristiansenGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

Eva, a successful and seemingly content woman in her late thirties, lives a comfortable life with her husband and children. However, her carefully constructed world begins to unravel when she encounters Pernille, a former acquaintance from her youth. Their reunion stirs up buried memories and unresolved emotions, forcing Eva to confront the choices she has made and the person she has become.

Critical Reception

Permille received a mixed to positive reception from critics, with many praising the strong performances of its lead actresses and its sensitive exploration of complex female relationships and midlife introspection. Some reviewers found the pacing to be slow at times, but generally agreed that the film offered a thought-provoking and nuanced portrayal of regret and self-discovery.

What Reviewers Say

  • Strong performances anchor the film's emotional depth.

  • Explores themes of regret and self-discovery with sensitivity.

  • Some viewers found the narrative a bit too understated.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Permille are scarce, but those available suggest appreciation for the character-driven drama and the mature handling of its themes.

Fun Fact

The film is based on the novel of the same name by Danish author Helle Helle.

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