Alleluia
Alleluia

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Alleluia

2014
Movie
93 min
French

Michel, a murderous womanizer, meets introverted Gloria online and treats her to a whirlwind one-night-stand. Offering herself as an accomplice in his seductive crimes, the unhinged lovers embark on a deadly odyssey amplified by wild sex, unbridled jealousy, and passionate forays into the dark arts. This smart and gory shocker breathes new life into the lovesick horror genre to serve up a chilling tale of white-hot desperation and terrifying devotion.

Insights

IMDb5.9/10
Director: Fabrice du WelzGenres: Crime, Drama, Horror, Romance, Thriller

Plot Summary

Solange, a lonely prostitute, falls for Michel, a small-time crook. Together, they embark on a chaotic and violent journey across France, fueled by an obsessive and destructive love. Their path is marked by increasingly desperate acts as they try to escape their past and survive their volatile relationship. The film chronicles their descent into madness and crime, exploring the dark side of passion.

Critical Reception

Alleluia received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its intense performances and disturbing atmosphere, while some found its bleakness and extreme violence challenging. It was noted for its bold and uncompromising vision, often drawing comparisons to the works of Lars von Trier and David Lynch for its exploration of taboo subjects and psychological intensity.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its raw and intense performances, particularly from Lola Dueñas.

  • Noted for its disturbing, unsettling atmosphere and uncompromising depiction of obsessive love.

  • Some found the extreme violence and bleak narrative difficult to engage with.

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Fun Fact

The film's director, Fabrice du Welz, stated that the script was inspired by a true story about a couple who went on a crime spree in the United States, though significant creative liberties were taken.

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Inspired by a real couple, this rather ghastly horror depicts the lives of "Michel" (Laurent Lucas) and "Gloria" (Lola Dueñas). Initially they just hookup for some unbridled passion. Now he has an habit of imitating the Black Widow spider w...