My Zoe
My Zoe

My Zoe

2019Movie100 minEnglish

Isabelle, a geneticist recovering from a toxic marriage, is raising her only daughter, Zoe, with her contentious ex-husband. Zoe means everything to her mother and so when tragedy strikes the fractured family, Isabelle travels to Russia in seeking the help of a world-renowned fertility physician who Isabelle believes can help bring back her little girl.

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IMDb5.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes66%
Metacritic58/100
Google Users68%
Director: Julie DelpyGenres: Drama, Sci-Fi, Thriller

Plot Summary

A divorced synthetics engineer, Isabelle, is devastated by the death of her daughter, Zoe. Desperate to cope with her grief and convinced that her daughter can be resurrected through a controversial cloning procedure, Isabelle embarks on a risky scientific endeavor. She faces ethical dilemmas and the potential consequences of her actions as she tries to bring Zoe back.

Critical Reception

My Zoe received a mixed reception from critics, with praise for Julie Delpy's ambitious direction and performance, as well as the film's exploration of grief and advanced scientific concepts. However, some critics found the pacing uneven and the plot elements to be occasionally implausible.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its thoughtful exploration of grief and loss.
  • Julie Delpy's performance and direction were frequently highlighted.
  • Some found the sci-fi elements and plot progression to be less convincing.

Google audience: Audience reviews suggest a divided response, with many appreciating the emotional depth and the film's tackling of profound themes like parental love and the ethics of science. However, a notable portion of viewers found the story's premise challenging to accept and felt the scientific aspects lacked sufficient grounding.

Fun Fact

Julie Delpy not only directed and starred in 'My Zoe' but also wrote the screenplay and composed the original music for the film, showcasing her multifaceted talents.

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