Adulterers
Adulterers

Adulterers

2016Movie91 minEnglish

A man who returns home to find his wife cheating on him on their anniversary. He holds her and her naked and humiliated lover captive at gunpoint while he decides whether or not he's going to kill them. The story, inspired by true events, takes place over one day and is set in New Orleans during a stifling heat wave.

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IMDb5.1/10
Director: Kate T. ConnorGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

A photographer, Ava, is struggling with her failing marriage and the emotional distance from her husband, Damian. While working on a project in New York City, she meets a charismatic French writer, Etienne. As they spend more time together, Ava finds herself drawn to Etienne, and they begin a passionate affair. However, the consequences of their actions loom large, forcing Ava to confront her choices and the potential fallout on her marriage and Etienne's own relationship.

Critical Reception

Adulterers received a largely lukewarm reception from critics, with many noting its predictable plot and underdeveloped characters. While some praised the performances of the lead actors, particularly Meghan Markle, the film was often criticized for its melodramatic tone and failure to explore the complexities of infidelity in a nuanced way. Audience reception was similarly mixed, with some viewers finding it a passable drama and others deeming it unoriginal and unsatisfying.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a familiar storyline that offers little in the way of new insight into infidelity.
  • Performances, particularly from Meghan Markle, are a highlight but are not enough to elevate the overall weak script.
  • The movie leans heavily into melodrama, sacrificing realism for heightened emotional impact.

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Fun Fact

Meghan Markle, who plays the lead role of Ava, met her future husband, Prince Harry, shortly after the film's release.

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