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By Mutual Agreement
In the darkness of their living room Guillaume and Caroline are fighting for their common goods, splitting them with a dice game. All their goods... Including their ultimate one: their"flesh and blood". That’s precisely when they realise that the birth of their son is the reason why their relationship is broken. So they decide to fix it...
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Plot Summary
A young couple's lives are thrown into turmoil when the husband is accused of a crime he claims he didn't commit. As the legal process unfolds and their relationship is tested, they grapple with trust, betrayal, and the true meaning of justice. The film explores the devastating impact of a false accusation on individuals and their closest relationships.
Critical Reception
By Mutual Agreement received a mixed to positive reception, with critics often highlighting its tense atmosphere and strong performances, particularly from its lead actors. Some reviewers found the pacing occasionally uneven, but the film was generally praised for its effective handling of a sensitive and dramatic subject matter.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its suspenseful narrative and compelling acting.
Noted for its exploration of marital strain under duress.
Some critics found the plot predictable in its latter half.
Google audience: Audience reviews for 'By Mutual Agreement' are not widely available through a consolidated Google rating system.
Fun Fact
The film was an official selection at the Vancouver International Film Festival in 2014.
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