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Marianne leaves Abel for Paul, his best friend and the father of her unborn child. Eight years later, Paul dies and Marianne returns to Abel. However, things have changed for the both of them and feelings of jealousy surround their new relationship.
A successful writer embarks on a complicated affair with his sister's husband, a film director. As their relationship deepens, he finds himself entangled in a web of deceit and emotional manipulation. The story explores themes of love, jealousy, and the blurred lines between reality and fiction.
A Faithful Man received mixed to positive reviews, with critics often praising its stylish direction and the performances of its lead actors, particularly Léa Seydoux. However, some found the narrative to be somewhat predictable or lacking in emotional depth, while others appreciated its dark humor and exploration of complex relationships.
Praised for its sophisticated visual style and engaging performances.
Appreciated for its dark humor and exploration of complicated romantic entanglements.
Some critics found the plot a bit convoluted or lacking in substantial emotional impact.
Google audience: Audience reviews highlight the film's attractive cast and stylish presentation. Many enjoyed the intriguing premise and the witty dialogue, although a portion of viewers felt the story became somewhat convoluted and didn't fully deliver on its dramatic potential.
The film was presented at the Toronto International Film Festival in 2018 as part of the Contemporary World Cinema program.
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On the face of it, this is just a simple romantic comedy. The three leading characters all engage in a bit of swapping and sharing and somehow you just know that's not going to be much of a recipe for success! . The writing has all the dept...