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Taboo
Story of a tragic love triangle that develops between a mother daugther and a farmhand. A good-looking widow lives alone on a farm with her teenage daughter. Their neighbor occasionally helps them in the farmwork. He would have eventually married the mother, but the daughter tries to seduce him at all costs. He becomes the lover of both women, but eventually runs away leaving the mother shattered and the daughter pregnant.
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Plot Summary
In 19th-century London, a young aristocrat returns from Africa to find his family in disarray and his inheritance contested. He becomes entangled in a web of family secrets, forbidden love, and dangerous rivalries as he fights to reclaim his birthright.
Critical Reception
Taboo received a mixed to positive reception. Critics praised its ambitious storytelling and period detail, though some found the plot convoluted and the performances uneven. Audiences were generally intrigued by its dark themes and historical setting.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its atmospheric depiction of Victorian London and a compelling central performance.
Criticized for a sprawling narrative that occasionally sacrifices clarity for melodrama.
Noted for its exploration of societal constraints and the consequences of forbidden desires.
Google audience: Audiences appreciated the film's lavish production design and the dramatic tension, with many finding the story engaging despite its complex plot. Some viewers felt the pacing could be slow at times.
Awards & Accolades
Nominated for a Golden Globe for Best Original Song.
Fun Fact
The film's elaborate costumes were designed by Oscar-winning designer Milena Canonero, who aimed for historical accuracy with a touch of dramatic flair.
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