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Perfect Sense
In Glasgow, Scotland, while a mysterious pandemic begins to spread around the world, Susan, a brilliant epidemiologist, falls in love with Michael, a skillful cook.
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Plot Summary
As a global pandemic sweeps the planet, people begin to lose their senses one by one, starting with smell and progressing to taste, hearing, and touch. Amidst this unfolding chaos, a talented chef named Susan and an epidemiologist named Michael find love and connection. They navigate the terrifying loss of sensory experience while trying to understand the disease and maintain their relationship.
Critical Reception
Perfect Sense received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its unique premise, emotional depth, and the performances of its lead actors. While some found the pacing slow, many appreciated its thoughtful exploration of humanity and connection in the face of overwhelming disaster. The film was noted for its melancholic yet hopeful tone.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its ambitious and poignant concept.
Ewan McGregor and Eva Green's performances were highlighted as compelling.
Some critics found the narrative a bit too slow or uneven.
Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's original story and emotional impact, with many finding it thought-provoking and moving. Some viewers felt the ending could have been stronger or that the progression of the disease was less believable than the central romance.
Fun Fact
The film's unique approach to depicting sensory loss involved many creative challenges, including finding ways to convey the absence of smell and taste visually and through performance.
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