Married Women
Married Women

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Married Women

2015
Movie
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Korean

We are in a fling! They know men better than men and they don't even need to play hard to get! Some female owners of a salon, DVD room and beer pub are out looking for some fresh meat other than their husbands. From a building owner to a part-time officer and even guests, these women have what it takes to have them eating out of their hands.

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IMDb5.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes60%
Metacritic57/100
Google Users64%
Director: Benoît JacquotGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

The film centers on Anne, a Parisian woman who enters into a passionate affair with a wealthy married man. As their relationship deepens, Anne finds herself increasingly entangled in his complicated life, leading to emotional turmoil and difficult choices. The narrative explores themes of desire, infidelity, and the consequences of forbidden love within a sophisticated urban setting.

Critical Reception

Married Women received mixed to positive reviews, with critics often highlighting Léa Seydoux's performance and Jacquot's directing style. Some found the film to be a compelling exploration of modern relationships and desire, while others criticized its slow pace and perceived lack of emotional depth.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for Léa Seydoux's captivating performance and sensual direction.

  • Criticized by some for its deliberate pacing and emotional detachment.

  • Seen as a stylish, albeit conventional, exploration of a complex affair.

Google audience: Audiences generally found the film visually appealing and appreciated the lead performance, though some felt the narrative was somewhat predictable and lacked a strong emotional connection.

Fun Fact

The film is based on the 1962 novel of the same name by Jean-Paul Sartre.

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