My Last Summer
My Last Summer

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My Last Summer

2017
Movie
15 min
French

During a heat wave in Montreal, Tom, 11, meets Édith, who’s the same age. He soon discovers that Édith has a terrible secret.

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: Jean-François RichetGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

Set in the early 1980s, the film follows a young woman as she returns to her family's country estate for what is expected to be her last summer before embarking on a new life. As she navigates complex family dynamics and revisits past relationships, she grapples with the bittersweet reality of impending change and the lingering memories of her youth.

Critical Reception

The film received mixed to positive reviews, with critics praising its atmospheric portrayal of a specific time and place, and the performances of its lead actors. Some found the narrative pacing to be slow, while others appreciated its contemplative and nostalgic tone.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its evocative atmosphere and strong lead performance.

  • Some viewers found the plot to be too understated or slow-moving.

  • The film successfully captures a sense of melancholy nostalgia.

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Fun Fact

The film's setting in the early 1980s is meticulously recreated through period-accurate costumes, set design, and soundtrack, aiming for an authentic nostalgic feel.

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