The Death of Auguste
The Death of Auguste

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The Death of Auguste

2015
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French

When old Auguste drops dead among the customers in his restaurant, his heirs worry about the inheritance, suspicious of each other. However, an unexpected surprise awaits them.

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IMDb5.6/10
Director: Fabienne BerthaudGenres: Drama, Mystery

Plot Summary

A woman grapples with the mysterious death of her lover, Auguste, an artist who seemingly took his own life. As she delves into his final days, she uncovers unsettling truths about his life and their relationship. The film explores themes of grief, memory, and the subjective nature of reality.

Critical Reception

The Death of Auguste received mixed to positive reviews from critics. While some praised its atmospheric tension and Juliette Binoche's performance, others found the narrative somewhat disjointed and the mystery elements underdeveloped. Audiences were generally divided, with some appreciating its artistic approach and others finding it too slow-paced.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its evocative mood and central performance.

  • Criticized for a meandering plot and a lack of satisfying resolution.

  • Appreciated for its artistic direction but found to be emotionally distant by some.

Google audience: Google user reviews are not readily available for this film, making it difficult to summarize specific audience likes or dislikes.

Fun Fact

The film's ambiguous ending intentionally leaves room for audience interpretation regarding the true circumstances of Auguste's death.

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