Unfaithful 3
Unfaithful 3

Unfaithful 3

2008Movie100 minEnglish

When Nelly discovers her lover is a serial cheater she loses herself in a subverted emotional frenzy. Having never been with another woman, she now wants to taste the mistress who caused her lover's infidelity. Having breathed a fresh scent she suddenly finds a new inner-self, and a new hot-blooded sexuality as she becomes the adulterer. Lost in a succession of affairs the two women are driven apart by desires and passions neither can understand nor control.

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IMDb6.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes46%
Metacritic53/100
Google Users72%
Director: Adrian LyneGenres: Thriller, Drama, Romance, Crime

Plot Summary

A wealthy New York couple's seemingly perfect marriage is shattered when the wife embarks on a passionate affair with a charismatic stranger. As their lies and deception escalate, the couple finds themselves increasingly entangled in a dangerous web of obsession and consequences. The film explores the destructive power of infidelity and the lengths people will go to protect their secrets and desires.

Critical Reception

Unfaithful received mixed to positive reviews from critics. Many praised the performances of the lead actors, particularly Diane Lane, and the film's exploration of marital tension and desire. However, some critics found the plot predictable or overly melodramatic, while others debated the film's moral implications and its sometimes exploitative nature. Audiences were generally captivated by the intense emotional drama and suspense.

What Reviewers Say

  • Diane Lane delivers a powerful and nuanced performance as a woman consumed by desire.
  • The film effectively captures the psychological turmoil and tension of a marriage under strain.
  • While suspenseful, the narrative sometimes treads into predictable and melodramatic territory.

Google audience: Google users largely appreciated the film's dramatic intensity and the strong performances, particularly from Diane Lane. Many found it to be a captivating and thought-provoking exploration of infidelity and its consequences, though some felt the plot was somewhat formulaic.

Awards & Accolades

Diane Lane was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Actress for her role. The film also received nominations for a Golden Globe Award and several other accolades.

Fun Fact

Diane Lane's performance in 'Unfaithful' is widely considered a career-defining role, earning her significant critical acclaim and an Academy Award nomination.

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