Valentin Valentin
Valentin Valentin

Valentin Valentin

2015Movie106 minFrench

In a small Parisian building, a diverse group of people crosses paths, likes and observes each other, without always seeing each other.

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IMDb5.7/10
Director: Rémi BezançonGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

After a traumatic childhood incident involving his father, Valentin has grown into a man who is terrified of intimacy and commitment. He avoids any serious relationships, preferring fleeting encounters. However, when he unexpectedly inherits a bizarre and antiquated apartment building from a distant relative, he's thrust into a world of eccentric tenants and surprising revelations.

Critical Reception

Valentin Valentin received mixed reviews, with some critics praising its quirky humor and visual style, while others found its narrative uneven and its emotional beats occasionally unconvincing.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unique visual aesthetic and offbeat charm.
  • Some found the plot meandering and the character development lacking.
  • The film's blend of comedy and drama was considered hit-or-miss by various critics.

Google audience: Audience reception is not widely documented.

Fun Fact

The film's unique visual style was a deliberate choice by director Rémi Bezançon to reflect the protagonist's internal world and his peculiar inheritance.

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