Rodin
Rodin

Rodin

2017Movie119 minFrench

Auguste Rodin (1840-1917), man of the people, autodidact and revolutionary sculptor - the most brilliant of his era. At 42, Rodin meets Camille Claudel, a young woman desperate to become his assistant. He quickly acknowledges her as his most able pupil, and treats her as an equal in matters of creation.

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IMDb5.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes61%
Metacritic56/100
Google Users69%
Director: Jacques DoillonGenres: Biography, Drama, History

Plot Summary

The film chronicles the life and artistic process of Auguste Rodin during the creation of his masterpiece, 'The Gates of Hell.' It delves into his passionate and complex relationships, particularly with his muse and student Camille Claudel, as he navigates the challenges and triumphs of his sculptural endeavors.

Critical Reception

Rodin received mixed to positive reviews from critics, who often praised Vincent Lindon's performance and the film's atmospheric portrayal of the artist's world. However, some critics found the narrative pacing slow and the focus on the artist's personal life over his work to be uneven.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for Vincent Lindon's compelling portrayal of Auguste Rodin.
  • Noted for its visually rich depiction of the artist's studio and creative process.
  • Criticized by some for its deliberate pacing and a narrative that sometimes meanders.

Google audience: Audience reviews generally highlight Vincent Lindon's strong performance and the film's aesthetic qualities. Some viewers found the film to be an engaging character study, while others wished for a more dynamic exploration of Rodin's artistic achievements.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for the Palme d'Or at the 2017 Cannes Film Festival.

Fun Fact

Director Jacques Doillon insisted that the sculptures in the film be treated with the utmost care, as if they were living entities, to capture the essence of Rodin's intense connection with his work.

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