Une histoire d'amour à la con
Une histoire d'amour à la con

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Une histoire d'amour à la con

1996
Movie
85 min
French

The love story of Pascal and Hélène who meet at Françoise's birthday party and the love story of Gérard, Pascal's confidant, and Françoise who invited Pascal and Hélène to her birthday party.

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IMDb6.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes40%
Director: Alexander RockwellGenres: Comedy, Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

A struggling artist, stuck in a rut and facing eviction, finds an unlikely connection with a mysterious woman who offers him a lifeline. Their relationship quickly becomes entangled in a series of bizarre events and misunderstandings, leading to a darkly comedic exploration of love, loneliness, and the absurdities of modern life. As their situation escalates, they must confront their own flaws and desires to find a way out of their predicament.

Critical Reception

The film garnered mixed reviews from critics, with some praising its unconventional narrative and dark humor, while others found its plot to be disjointed and its characters unlikable. Audiences were similarly divided, appreciating its unique style but struggling with its bleak undertones.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its quirky and offbeat charm.

  • Criticized for its meandering plot and unlikeable protagonists.

  • Appreciated for its unique visual style and dark comedic elements.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available often highlight the film's unconventional approach and dark humor as points of interest, though some found the story's progression confusing and the characters difficult to connect with.

Fun Fact

The film was originally intended to be a silent film, but was later adapted to include dialogue.

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