Du côté des filles
Du côté des filles

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Du côté des filles

2001
Movie
95 min
French

A suburban pavilion, garden gnomes, a bloody scene. Break between Fred and Liza. As happiness never comes alone, Carole, emerges, announces to Liza that she is pregnant with Fred. Liza takes the kid in a wagon stolen from Fred.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Fran rifluoromethyl{c}oise DelangleGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

This film follows the lives of three women who are navigating their personal and professional challenges. As they confront societal expectations and their own desires, their friendships are tested and transformed. The narrative explores themes of love, ambition, and the complexities of female relationships.

Critical Reception

Critically, 'Du côté des filles' received a mixed to positive reception. Critics often praised the performances of its lead actresses, particularly Sylvie Testud and the late Marie Trintignant, highlighting their emotional depth. The film was appreciated for its honest portrayal of women's lives and struggles in contemporary society, though some found its pacing uneven.

What Reviewers Say

  • Appreciated for strong performances from the lead actresses.

  • Praised for its realistic depiction of female friendships and challenges.

  • Some found the narrative to be a bit predictable or slow-moving at times.

Google audience: Audience reception for 'Du côté des filles' is not widely available through public Google review aggregators, making it difficult to summarize specific likes or dislikes.

Fun Fact

The film marked one of the final appearances of acclaimed French actress Marie Trintignant, who tragically passed away in 2003.

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