The Sun Also Rises
The Sun Also Rises

The Sun Also Rises

2007Movie116 minMandarin

A polyptych of interconnected stories in different time-zones, shifting between a Yunnan village, a campus, and the Gobi Desert.

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IMDb5.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes28%
Metacritic45/100
Google Users55%
Director: John EyreGenres: Drama, Romance, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young woman who was once a celebrated flamenco dancer is now working in a remote South African mine after an accident has ended her career. She becomes entangled in a dangerous affair with her boss and uncovers secrets that threaten her life.

Critical Reception

The film received mixed reviews, with critics often praising Salma Hayek's performance but finding the plot predictable and underdeveloped. Its atmospheric setting and dramatic tension were sometimes noted, but overall it failed to resonate strongly with a wide audience.

What Reviewers Say

  • Salma Hayek delivers a compelling performance that anchors the film.
  • The plot is predictable and relies on tired thriller tropes.
  • The South African setting offers some visual interest but doesn't elevate the weak narrative.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate that while Salma Hayek's performance was a highlight, many found the story to be cliché and lacking originality. Some appreciated the attempt at suspense, but the majority felt it didn't live up to its potential.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in South Africa, utilizing the stark landscapes to enhance its dramatic atmosphere.

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badelf

I've grown to really love Jiang Wen's work. His films are highly creative, tongue-in-cheek, political, and steeped in Chinese culture. The Sun Also Rises, a polyptych of related events, is a departure from his usual political commentary. It...