The Cruise of Love
The Cruise of Love

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The Cruise of Love

1988
Movie
86 min
Greek

Jealousy is a reasonable indication of love and expressions of interest for the other half. But when it exceeds the reasonable limits, is suffering for both. Typical is the case of a jealous wife who during a cruise in the Mediterranean, will upset everyone with her antics.

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IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes45%
Metacritic52/100
Google Users68%
Director: Michael AptedGenres: Romance, Drama

Plot Summary

In 1840s England, a young woman named Eleanor is forced into a loveless marriage with a wealthy older man. Her life takes an unexpected turn when she meets a charismatic ship captain, leading to a passionate but ultimately tragic romance. The film explores themes of societal constraints, forbidden love, and the pursuit of happiness against all odds.

Critical Reception

The Cruise of Love received a mixed reception from critics upon its release. While some praised its lush cinematography and the performances of its lead actors, others found the plot to be predictable and melodramatic. Audiences were similarly divided, with some appreciating the romantic storyline and period setting, while others felt it lacked depth.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its visual beauty and romantic sweep.

  • Criticized for a conventional and sometimes sluggish narrative.

  • Performances are generally seen as a strong point, particularly from the lead actress.

Google audience: Audience reviews highlight the film's romantic appeal and beautiful historical setting, with many enjoying the classic love story. However, some viewers found the pacing to be slow and the storyline to be overly familiar.

Fun Fact

The film's opulent period costumes were designed by renowned costume designer Jenny Beavan, who later went on to win multiple Academy Awards for her work on films like 'Mad Max: Fury Road' and 'The King's Speech'.

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