Like It Is

A successful fashion photographer, struggling with a sense of emptiness and artistic block, embarks on a journey of self-discovery. Her search for meaning leads her through a series of intense relationships and encounters that challenge her perceptions of love, art, and her own identity.

Michelangelo Antonioni's 'Like It Is' (originally titled 'La Notte') was a significant work in his exploration of modern alienation and existential ennui. While critically acclaimed for its visual style and Vitti's nuanced performance, its deliberate pacing and abstract themes polarized audiences and critics upon release, with some finding it profound and others frustratingly opaque.

• Praised for its stunning cinematography and Antonioni's signature detached yet evocative style.

• Monica Vitti delivers a captivating performance as a woman adrift in a world of superficiality.

• The film's exploration of modern malaise and fractured relationships resonates deeply.

Google audience: Audience reviews highlight the film's artistic merit and emotional depth, often commending Vitti's performance and Antonioni's visual storytelling. Some viewers found the plot slow-paced, but many appreciated its thought-provoking exploration of existential themes.

Nominated for the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival.

The film's original title, 'La Notte', translates to 'The Night,' reflecting the often-dark and introspective mood of the narrative.