Anna K.
Anna K.

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Anna K.

2014
Movie
80 min
Portuguese

Joana suffers from a double personality and is obsessed with Anna Karenina, the character from Tolstoy's novel. Embodying the myth of Narcissus, Anna K. is the image and resemblance of Joana, stronger and more seductive.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Josefina MolinsGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

A young woman named Anna K. navigates the complexities of love and life in a Russian high society setting, inspired by Leo Tolstoy's classic novel. She grapples with societal expectations, family pressures, and her own desires as she searches for genuine connection and happiness.

Critical Reception

Anna K. received a mixed to positive reception, with critics often highlighting its visual style and emotional performances. However, some found its adaptation of the classic novel to be somewhat superficial and lacking the depth of its literary predecessor.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its aesthetic appeal and earnest performances.

  • Noted for attempting a modern interpretation of a classic story.

  • Criticized by some for not fully capturing the novel's thematic richness.

Google audience: Audience reception for Anna K. is not widely documented through specific Google user reviews, making it difficult to summarize their specific likes or dislikes.

Fun Fact

Although inspired by Tolstoy's novel, the film is set in a contemporary context, featuring modern fashion and social dynamics.

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