Three Sisters
Three Sisters

Three Sisters

2015Movie110 minFrench

For her latest project, commissioned by Arte and starring members of the Comédie-Française, Valeria Bruni Tedeschi (A Castle in Italy, Rendez-Vous 2014) shot an idiosyncratic, half-modernized adaptation of one of Chekhov’s greatest, most expansively melancholy plays.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Yury BykovGenres: Drama, Crime

Plot Summary

The film follows the intertwined lives of three sisters and their estranged father, a powerful and corrupt politician. When their mother dies, the sisters are forced to confront their father's destructive influence and the dark secrets that bind their family. They must navigate a treacherous path of moral compromise and personal sacrifice as they attempt to break free from his control and forge their own destinies. The narrative explores themes of family loyalty, corruption, and the struggle for individual identity in the face of overwhelming societal and familial pressures.

Critical Reception

"Three Sisters" (2015) received a mixed to positive reception, with critics often praising its ambitious scope and strong performances, particularly from the lead actresses. However, some found the narrative convoluted or overly bleak. Audiences generally appreciated the film's exploration of complex familial relationships and societal issues.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its dramatic performances and exploration of family dynamics.
  • Criticized by some for its heavy-handed plot and bleak tone.
  • Hailed as a thought-provoking, albeit intense, commentary on power and corruption.

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Awards & Accolades

None notable.

Fun Fact

The film's director, Yury Bykov, is also known for his critically acclaimed film "The Fool" (2014), which shares thematic similarities in its critique of corruption and societal decay.

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