I Don't Want to Talk About It Now
I Don't Want to Talk About It Now

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I Don't Want to Talk About It Now

1991
Movie
88 min
Portuguese

Daniel O'Neil is a promising writer who has to work hard when Dora, his rich girlfriend, breaks up with him. Expelled from the hotel where he lives in Copacabana, Daniel moves into the small apartment of Meg, his best friend. He puts them both in danger when he gets a ride with a drug dealer who ends up being chased by the police and asks Daniel to keep two packages of cocaine.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Manuel PoirierGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

This film chronicles the complex relationship between a young Spanish immigrant named Julio and a French woman, revealing the emotional distance and unspoken desires that shape their lives. Set against the backdrop of a small town, the narrative explores themes of communication, identity, and the search for belonging. Their connection is tested by internal struggles and external circumstances, leading to a poignant exploration of love and loneliness.

Critical Reception

The film received a modest critical reception, appreciated for its subtle portrayal of human relationships and its atmospheric direction. While not a major box office success, it garnered attention in certain film circles for its artistic merit and the sensitive performances of its cast.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its sensitive and nuanced exploration of relationships.

  • Noted for its understated direction and authentic portrayal of emotional complexities.

  • A film that delves into the quiet struggles of its characters with grace.

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Fun Fact

The film was part of the official selection at the 1991 Cannes Film Festival in the Un Certain Regard section.

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