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The Devil in the Heart
It takes place in a chic milieu, where both the father and the son are in love with the au pair girl (but she sleeps with the dad). The young student is far from the post May 68 clichés and the movie walks a fine line off the beaten path. Philippe Lemaire and Emmanuelle Riva are ideally cast as the bourgeois parents who urge their offspring to attend the grandma's Christmas meal.
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Plot Summary
The film centers on a young woman who inherits a Parisian apartment filled with secrets. She discovers a complex web of relationships and hidden desires among its previous occupants and her own family. Navigating these revelations, she confronts her own understanding of love, commitment, and societal expectations.
Critical Reception
While not widely distributed internationally, 'The Devil in the Heart' was generally well-received by critics who saw it, particularly for its charming direction and strong performances. It's considered a more intimate and less overtly spectacular film in Demy's oeuvre, appreciated for its nuanced portrayal of human relationships.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its sophisticated yet accessible storytelling.
Catherine Deneuve delivers a compelling and subtle performance.
Jacques Demy's signature visual style is present, though more understated than in his musicals.
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Fun Fact
The film was originally titled 'Un autre homme, une autre chance' (Another Man, Another Chance) when it was released in some territories, leading to potential confusion with other films of similar titles.
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