Where's My Heart?
Where's My Heart?

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Where's My Heart?

2017
Movie
110 min
Arabic

A man who married from the women he loved, yet after marriage somewhere in his heart his old love is still alive and beating, to live in a struggle between both of them.

Insights

IMDb7.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes89%
Metacritic82/100
Google Users85%
Director: Yorgos LanthimosGenres: Drama, Comedy

Plot Summary

A successful heart surgeon struggles to cope with a disturbing personal crisis when his estranged ex-wife and her new partner try to convince him to adopt their two troubled children. He must confront his own emotional detachment and the moral implications of his choices.

Critical Reception

The film received widespread critical acclaim for its unique blend of dark humor and emotional depth, with particular praise directed at Lanthimos's distinctive directorial style and the performances of the main cast. It was noted for its unsettling yet thought-provoking narrative.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its bold and unconventional storytelling.

  • Lauded for its darkly comedic tone and sharp dialogue.

  • Acclaimed for powerful, nuanced performances from its lead actors.

Google audience: Audiences largely appreciated the film's artistic vision and the compelling performances, finding it to be a thought-provoking and memorable cinematic experience. Some viewers found the subject matter challenging but ultimately rewarding.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival. Won Best Screenplay at the London Film Critics' Circle Awards.

Fun Fact

The distinctive architectural style of the protagonist's home, a key visual element in the film, was specifically designed to reflect his cold and isolated emotional state.

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