Mary
Mary

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Mary

2016
Movie
15 min
Russian

A year after the loss of her mother's son comes the news: her son is in Ingushetia.

Insights

IMDb5.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes50%
Metacritic60/100
Google Users70%
Director: Abel FerraraGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

The film follows a woman named Marie, who is struggling with the loss of her son and her life as an actress. She finds herself drawn to the story of Mary Magdalene, and through exploring this biblical figure, begins to find a path towards healing and understanding.

Critical Reception

Abel Ferrara's "Mary" received a mixed to positive reception, with many critics acknowledging its artistic ambition and Juliette Binoche's compelling performance, though some found its narrative and pacing to be challenging or ambiguous.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for Juliette Binoche's emotionally resonant performance.

  • Noted for its introspective and unconventional exploration of faith and grief.

  • Some found the film's structure and thematic depth to be elusive or underdeveloped.

Google audience: Audiences appreciated the film's artistic direction and Binoche's portrayal, with many finding it to be a thought-provoking, albeit somber, experience.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for the Golden Globe Award for Best Actress – Motion Picture Drama for Juliette Binoche (2017).

Fun Fact

The film premiered at the Venice Film Festival in 2016.

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