All Men Are Mortal
All Men Are Mortal

All Men Are Mortal

1995Movie93 minEnglish

Melodrama about a man cursed with immortality, who tries to declare his undying love for a depressed actress.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Ate de JongGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

In 1920s Paris, a mysterious writer named Moreau is drawn to a beautiful and enigmatic woman, Giselle. As their relationship deepens, Moreau grapples with his past and the profound existential questions that haunt him. Their intense connection forces them to confront mortality, love, and the search for meaning in a world steeped in art and intellectualism.

Critical Reception

All Men Are Mortal received a mixed reception from critics. While some praised its ambition and the performances of its lead actors, others found the film's philosophical themes to be ponderous and its narrative structure disjointed. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some appreciating its artistic aspirations and others finding it slow-paced and overly intellectual.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its visual style and atmospheric portrayal of Parisian artistic circles.
  • Criticized for its meandering plot and underdeveloped philosophical explorations.
  • Performances, particularly from Irène Jacob, were often highlighted as a strong point.

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Fun Fact

The film is based on the Simone de Beauvoir novel of the same name, exploring themes of love, mortality, and existentialism.

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