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The Dreamed Ones
It’s not uncommon for a film to have a moving love story at its core. Yet this particular set-up is unusual. The lovers here are Ingeborg Bachmann and Paul Celan, both important representatives of post-war German-language poetry. The story of the relationship between the Austrian and the Jew from Czernowitz is told through their nearly 20-year correspondence (1948–1967). Or, more precisely, by a young woman and a young man reading from their letters in a studio in Vienna’s venerable Funkhaus.
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Plot Summary
Hélène, a driven psychologist, becomes entangled in the life of one of her patients, a talented writer named Paul, who is struggling with an identity crisis. As Hélène delves deeper into Paul's psyche, she begins to blur the lines between her professional role and personal feelings, leading her down a path of obsession and self-discovery.
Critical Reception
The Dreamed Ones received a mixed reception from critics, with some praising its psychological depth and lead performances, while others found its pacing and narrative somewhat uneven. Audiences were generally drawn to the exploration of complex human relationships and the film's artistic ambition.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for Juliette Binoche's compelling performance and the film's introspective nature.
Criticized by some for its deliberate pacing and a somewhat predictable psychological trajectory.
Appreciated for its mature exploration of love, obsession, and the creative process.
Google audience: Audience reviews for 'The Dreamed Ones' are not widely available in a consolidated format. However, general sentiments suggest appreciation for the film's mature themes and Binoche's strong presence, though some found the narrative to be slow.
Fun Fact
The film was presented at the Marrakech International Film Festival in 2016.
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