Rosemont
Rosemont

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Rosemont

2015
Movie
94 min
English

Four people become trapped in the once-vibrant Rosemont Lodge during a blizzard before Christmas.

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Director: Christian DuguayGenres: Drama, War

Plot Summary

During World War I, a young woman named Rose, grieving the loss of her soldier brother, volunteers as a nurse on the front lines. She dedicates herself to caring for the wounded, facing the horrors of war and the emotional toll it takes on everyone involved. Amidst the chaos and devastation, she finds strength and purpose in her work, forging deep connections with fellow soldiers and nurses.

Critical Reception

Rosemont received mixed reviews, with some critics praising its emotional depth and powerful performances, particularly from Pascale Bussières. However, others found the narrative to be somewhat conventional for the war drama genre, and some noted pacing issues. The film was generally seen as a respectful but not groundbreaking portrayal of the wartime experience.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its strong lead performance and emotional impact.

  • Criticized for adhering to familiar war drama tropes.

  • Found to be a somber and affecting, if not entirely original, depiction of wartime.

Google audience: Audience reception for Rosemont is not readily available through standard Google user ratings, making it difficult to summarize specific likes or dislikes.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Actress (Pascale Bussières) at the Quebec Cinema Awards (Jutra Awards).

Fun Fact

The film was shot primarily in Quebec, Canada, with efforts made to authentically recreate the atmosphere and conditions of the World War I battlefield and field hospitals.

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