Between Summer and Fall
Between Summer and Fall

Movie spotlight

Between Summer and Fall

2018
Movie
102 min
German

17-year-old Lena falls in love with Eva, her older brother's new girlfriend. With a lot of witty dialogue "Between Summer and Fall" tells the story of how two people slowly grow close to each other even though they were not looking for love. The film paints a picture of two young women caught between their own insecurity and their desire for a connection and a place in the world.

Insights

IMDb7.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes85%
Metacritic78/100
Google Users89%
Director: Xavier DolanGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

The film chronicles the intense and tumultuous relationship between two artists, a renowned painter and a celebrated musician, as they navigate their passion, ambition, and personal demons. Their love story unfolds against the backdrop of artistic creation and the pressures of public life, revealing the complexities of intimacy and vulnerability in the face of success.

Critical Reception

Between Summer and Fall

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its visually stunning cinematography and Dolan's signature bold directorial style.

  • Lauded for the powerful and nuanced performances from its lead actors.

  • Some critics found the runtime to be excessively long, but acknowledged the emotional depth.

Google audience: Audiences were captivated by the raw emotionality and artistic ambition of the film, frequently highlighting the compelling chemistry between the lead actors and the film's aesthetic beauty. Minor criticisms often centered on the lengthy duration, though most viewers found the story and performances to be thoroughly engaging.

Awards & Accolades

Won the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival for Best Film. Nominated for two César Awards, including Best Director.

Fun Fact

The film's color palette was meticulously chosen to reflect the emotional arc of the central relationship, shifting from vibrant, warm tones during moments of intense passion to cooler, more muted shades during periods of conflict and melancholy.

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