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Say Why Have You Left Me?
The story of a young man who, in 1991. receives order to report to a military drill, and finds himself on Vukovar front, where he spends five months. Returning from there, he discovers changes within himself, but within his home town also. Totally lost, he finds no way to make contact with the environment, and suddenly experiences love with the girl who survived all horrors of that war...
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Plot Summary
A reclusive and wealthy magnate, facing his own mortality, decides to confront the ghosts of his past by inviting four women from his life to his isolated estate. As they gather, secrets are revealed, and the true reasons for his summons begin to unravel, leading to a tense and dramatic confrontation.
Critical Reception
The film received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding the plot convoluted and the performances uneven. While some praised the ambition of the story and the star power of its cast, the overall consensus was that it failed to live up to its potential.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its intriguing premise and stellar cast, but ultimately criticized for a muddled narrative.
Nicholson and Streep deliver strong performances, but they cannot save the film from its weak script.
A tense thriller that unfortunately collapses under the weight of its own mystery.
Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a divided response, with many appreciating the acting talent and the suspenseful atmosphere. However, a significant portion found the plot confusing and the ending unsatisfying.
Awards & Accolades
None notable.
Fun Fact
Despite the all-star cast, the film was a commercial and critical disappointment, leading to Arthur Penn's last directorial effort for a major studio.
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