I am Blushing
I am Blushing

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I am Blushing

1981
Movie
105 min
Swedish

"I am blushing" - Swedish comedy about a film crew traveling to the Philippines to find environments for a movie.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Claude MillerGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

During a summer holiday in Brittany, a lonely young woman named Françoise finds herself drawn to a charismatic older man, Pierre, who is married. As their affair deepens, Françoise becomes increasingly entangled in Pierre's complex life and the expectations of his social circle. The story explores themes of desire, societal constraints, and the painful realities of unrequited love and illusion.

Critical Reception

The film received mixed to positive reviews, with critics praising Miou-Miou's nuanced performance and the film's sensitive exploration of a young woman's emotional turmoil. Some found the pacing slow, but many appreciated its atmospheric quality and introspective nature.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its sensitive portrayal of a young woman's emotional journey.

  • Miou-Miou's performance is highlighted as a compelling and vulnerable turn.

  • Some critics found the film's contemplative pace to be a drawback.

Google audience: Audience reception is not widely documented.

Fun Fact

The film marked a significant collaboration between director Claude Miller and actress Miou-Miou, who would go on to work together on several other projects, solidifying a notable director-actor partnership in French cinema.

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