The Jilted
The Jilted

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The Jilted

1969
Movie
97 min
Mandarin

Tzu Ch'iang and Yu Fen fall in love, however Tzu Ch'iang is married yet. One day, his wife comes back from the village. Yu Fen reveals the truth and goes away angrily. After seven years, she brings back their son to look for him and ask him to take care of their son. Unfortunately, everything is changed after happening of traffic accident...

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Charles JarrottGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

Set in the early 20th century, this drama follows a young woman who finds herself in a difficult situation when her lover, a married man, is killed in an accident. She must navigate societal judgment and her own complex emotions while dealing with the consequences of their affair and the impact on her life.

Critical Reception

The Jilted received a mixed reception upon its release, with critics divided on its portrayal of a controversial subject matter for its time. While some praised its emotional depth and Redgrave's performance, others found the narrative somewhat melodramatic and slow-paced.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for Vanessa Redgrave's nuanced performance.

  • Criticized by some for its melodramatic elements.

  • The film's exploration of a taboo relationship was considered daring by some, but dated by others.

Google audience: Audience reception information is not readily available.

Fun Fact

The film was based on a novel of the same name by Evelyn Berckman.

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