It's Him
It's Him

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It's Him

2017
Movie
13 min
English

An unexpected encounter during an afternoon at the cinema catapults a young woman into a confrontation with her own grief, her parents’ pain, and the still raw wound of her missing older brother.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Benoît JacquotGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

A young woman, struggling with her family's expectations and her own desires, grapples with her identity and sense of belonging. As she navigates complex relationships and confronts her past, she embarks on a journey of self-discovery. The film explores themes of societal pressure, artistic ambition, and the search for authenticity.

Critical Reception

It's Him received mixed to positive reviews from critics, who praised its atmospheric tension and Léa Seydoux's central performance. Some found the narrative occasionally elusive, but many commended its artistic direction and exploration of psychological themes. Audience reception was similarly varied, appreciating its artistic merit but sometimes finding it slow-paced.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its evocative cinematography and Seydoux's compelling performance.

  • Noted for its nuanced exploration of a young woman's internal struggles.

  • Some critics found the plot progression to be somewhat abstract or slow.

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Awards & Accolades

None notable.

Fun Fact

The film was originally titled 'Journal d'une femme de chambre' (Diary of a Chambermaid) before being changed to 'It's Him' for international release, though this also caused some confusion with older film titles.

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