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Submission
A well-respected professor who is a celebrated novelist and loving husband loses himself when he becomes obsessed with an ambitious and talented student.
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Plot Summary
A burnt-out, award-winning novelist named Ted (Zach Woods) is suffering from writer's block. When he is invited to teach a writing class at a prestigious East Coast university, he finds himself drawn to one of his students, an aspiring writer named Allison (Sarah Paulson). Their relationship deepens, leading to a complex and ethically fraught dynamic.
Critical Reception
Submission received mixed reviews from critics. While Sarah Paulson's performance was generally praised, the film's plot and thematic exploration were often seen as uneven and lacking depth. Audiences were similarly divided, with some appreciating the intimate portrayal of a complex relationship and others finding the narrative predictable.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for Sarah Paulson's compelling performance.
Criticized for a predictable plot and underdeveloped themes.
The film attempts to explore complex power dynamics but falls short for some viewers.
Google audience: Google users largely appreciated the film for its strong central performance and its exploration of an unconventional relationship. However, some viewers found the storyline to be somewhat slow-paced and the narrative resolution unsatisfying.
Fun Fact
The film is based on a short story by the acclaimed author Louise Erdrich.
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