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Caprice
A young couple in New York locks themselves into a kind of childlike romantic fantasy, with the city as their playground. When reality begins slipping inside their world, the relationship begins to sour, until it collapses under its own weight. For the remainder of the film, the young man attempts to recreate this type of codependent fantasy existence with whomever he can, with increasingly perverse & disturbing results. In a search for love & happiness, he finds only sickness & destruction.
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Plot Summary
Clara, a young woman, is fascinated by the world of performance and art. She meets Marcelo, a famous photographer, and their relationship becomes increasingly complex and intense. As Clara navigates her desires and ambitions, she also confronts the darker aspects of her relationship and her own identity.
Critical Reception
Caprice received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising Stacy Martin's performance and the film's exploration of themes like desire, art, and power dynamics. Some found the narrative somewhat slow or underdeveloped, but the overall artistic merit was often acknowledged.
What Reviewers Say
Stacy Martin delivers a captivating performance as a young woman navigating a complex relationship.
The film delves into themes of desire, power, and artistic ambition with a distinct visual style.
Some viewers found the pacing deliberate, while others appreciated the nuanced exploration of the characters' motivations.
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Fun Fact
The film was screened at the Toronto International Film Festival in 2018.
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