Adultery
Adultery

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Adultery

2014
Movie
79 min
Bulgarian

A boy starts an affair with his famous dad's young new wife - an instinctive way of victory of a confused soul over his parent's inadequacy. Ever haunting dreams about his real mother start overwhelming the boy more and more often. Unsuspecting a thing, the father keeps trying to carry out his own views on beauty upon their joint living. In vain - faith intends differently.

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IMDb3.7/10
Director: Michael GoldenbergGenres: Drama, Romance, Thriller

Plot Summary

A married woman begins a passionate affair with a younger photographer, leading to a dangerous obsession that threatens to destroy her life and everyone around her. As their relationship deepens, secrets and lies begin to unravel, pushing the boundaries of trust and morality. The film explores the intoxicating allure of forbidden love and its devastating consequences.

Critical Reception

Adultery received largely negative reviews from critics, who found the film to be predictable and lacking in originality. While some performances were noted, the overall execution and script were frequently criticized for being underdeveloped and melodramatic. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with many finding the story unengaging.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a clichéd plot and underdeveloped characters.

  • Lacks the dramatic tension and psychological depth expected of a thriller.

  • Performances are overshadowed by a predictable and uninspired narrative.

Google audience: Audience feedback on Google is scarce, but available reviews indicate a general disappointment with the film's predictable storyline and lack of compelling character development. It is often described as a forgettable drama with little to offer.

Fun Fact

Despite the title and premise, the film did not receive significant critical attention or awards.

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