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Aurore
Once upon a time there was a kingdom where dancing was forbidden by a tyrant king. Defying the edict of her father, the Princess Aurore continues to dance, for the amusement of herself and brother, Solal. With the kingdom virtually bankrupt, the King has no choice but to marry his daughter to a wealthy prince. As preparations are made for a ball that will set the seal on the marriage, the princess discovers that she is in love.
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Plot Summary
The film follows Aurore, a woman who abandons her established life, including her husband and children, to pursue a passionate affair with a musician she encounters by chance. As their intense romance unfolds, Aurore grapples with the consequences of her choices and the societal expectations placed upon her. The narrative explores themes of identity, desire, and the search for personal fulfillment outside conventional boundaries.
Critical Reception
Aurore received a mixed to positive reception from critics, with many praising Sandrine Bonnaire's powerful performance and the film's exploration of complex emotional themes. Some critics found the film's length and deliberate pacing to be a drawback, while others appreciated its depth and character study.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for Sandrine Bonnaire's compelling central performance.
Appreciated for its nuanced exploration of a woman's mid-life crisis and pursuit of passion.
Some found the film's length and slow burn challenging.
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Fun Fact
The film's extended runtime of 153 minutes was a deliberate choice by director Jeanne Labrune to allow for a deep immersion into the characters' psychological states and the unfolding of their intense emotional journeys.
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