

Préjudice
A challenging psychological drama where the carefully nurtured harmony of a family is shattered one lovely summer evening. Cédric, who is generally shut away in a world of his own, doesn't react very well to the happy news of his sister’s pregnancy.
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Plot Summary
A young woman returns to her family's isolated farmhouse after being away for years, only to find her mother increasingly unstable and her siblings living in a state of almost feral dependency. As she tries to reconnect and understand their strange existence, dark family secrets begin to surface, blurring the lines between reality and delusion.
Critical Reception
Préjudice received mixed to positive reviews from critics, who often praised its unsettling atmosphere and strong performances, particularly from Nathalie Baye. Some found the narrative to be slow-paced or overly ambiguous, while others appreciated its psychological depth and disturbing exploration of family dysfunction.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its intense and unsettling psychological drama.
- Nathalie Baye's performance as the disturbed mother was frequently highlighted.
- Some critics found the film's deliberate pacing and ambiguity challenging.
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Fun Fact
The film's claustrophobic and isolated setting plays a significant role in amplifying the psychological tension and the sense of entrapment experienced by the characters.
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