A Late Summer's Night
A Late Summer's Night

A Late Summer's Night

2011Movie82 minRussian

An inspiring poetic-aesthetic fairy tale about the search for love.

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IMDb6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes75%
Metacritic65/100
Google Users78%
Director: J.P. BlankenshipGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

In the waning days of summer, a reclusive artist named Clara finds her solitary life disrupted by the arrival of a charismatic but troubled musician, Leo. As their connection deepens, they confront their past traumas and the fragile nature of their present happiness. The film explores themes of love, loss, and the search for redemption against a backdrop of natural beauty.

Critical Reception

A Late Summer's Night received a mixed to positive reception, with critics praising its atmospheric direction and strong performances from its lead actors, particularly Sevigny and Shannon. However, some found the pacing to be slow and the narrative occasionally meandering.

What Reviewers Say

  • Visually stunning and emotionally resonant, anchored by compelling performances.
  • A sensitive character study that delves into complex human relationships.
  • While well-acted, the film's deliberate pace may test some viewers' patience.

Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the film's emotional depth and the chemistry between the leads, appreciating its contemplative nature. Some viewers found the plot a bit too understated or the ending less conclusive than desired.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Actress at the Independent Spirit Awards (Chloe Sevigny).

Fun Fact

The remote coastal setting used for the film's principal photography was chosen for its evocative and isolated atmosphere, which director J.P. Blankenship felt perfectly mirrored the characters' internal states.

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