Loving You
Loving You

Loving You

2008Movie114 minEnglish

Call center plays the center in this multi-level love stories. Call center staff - Tom and Lane - are best friends, but they are lovers in denial. Tom's bestfriend, Jepoi, is a call center instructor who is in love with a 40-year-old professor, Cyrill. Their May-December love affair is hampered by the dictates of a prejudiced society. Wannabe rockstar, the boyish chic Tonee, is clueless about the growing affection of Ryan, a fellow call center trainee. The group fashionista, Bry, is an aspiring model who unexpectedly found love with a cab driver, Axel.

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IMDb7.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes84%
Metacritic71/100
Google Users78%
Director: Jean-Marc ValléeGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

The film centers on Ewa, a Polish immigrant who arrives in New York City with dreams of becoming a singer. She navigates the challenges of a new country, working multiple jobs and seeking opportunities. Along the way, she encounters a variety of characters who shape her journey and her understanding of love, ambition, and survival.

Critical Reception

While 'Loving You' (also known as 'Two Lovers') received generally positive reviews from critics, some found its pacing slow and its emotional depth occasionally lacking. However, many praised the performances of its lead actors, particularly Marion Cotillard and Joaquin Phoenix, and Jean-Marc Vallée's direction.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film is praised for its compelling performances, especially from Cotillard and Phoenix.
  • Criticisms often point to a deliberate, sometimes slow, pacing that may not appeal to all viewers.
  • The portrayal of complex relationships and the immigrant experience resonated with many reviewers.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's emotional honesty and the strong performances of its cast. Some viewers found the story a bit too melancholy, but most felt it was a thought-provoking and well-acted drama.

Awards & Accolades

Joaquin Phoenix received a nomination for Best Actor at the Independent Spirit Awards for his role in the film.

Fun Fact

The film was originally conceived as a homage to Woody Allen's 'Two Lovers' from 1978, but evolved into its own distinct narrative.

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