Crazy Love
Crazy Love

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Crazy Love

2013
Movie
90 min
Indonesian

Beetles (Duke dolken) underwent youth casually. Together with three friends, Abdu (Kemal Palevi), Daniel (Herichan), and Basuki (Zidni Adam), they are always throwing a tantrum at school. Including the seductive Olive (Tatjana Saphira), smart and beautiful girl, who so coveted them all for a long time.

Insights

IMDb6.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes71%
Metacritic65/100
Google Users75%
Director: Lars von TrierGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

This film explores the complex and often destructive relationship between Joe and Elle, beginning with their first meeting in a psychiatric hospital. Their passionate but volatile connection is characterized by extreme psychological games and manipulation, pushing the boundaries of love and control. The narrative delves into the darkest aspects of human desire and the consequences of unchecked obsession.

Critical Reception

Crazy Love received a mixed to positive reception from critics, with many commending its daring exploration of controversial themes and Lars von Trier's distinct directorial style. However, its explicit content and bleak outlook polarized audiences and some reviewers, leading to debates about its artistic merit and thematic depth.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its artistic ambition and provocative themes.

  • Criticized for its explicit nature and potentially disturbing content.

  • Noted for strong performances, particularly from the lead cast.

Google audience: Google users generally found the film to be a challenging but artistically significant work, appreciating its unique approach to exploring complex relationships. Some viewers found it overly intense or explicit, while others lauded its boldness and thematic exploration.

Fun Fact

The film's original title was intended to be 'The Kingdom,' but it was later changed due to production issues and rights conflicts with Lars von Trier's earlier TV series of the same name.

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