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Rose Wine
Abandoned to the convent as a baby, Joaquina is about to take her vows as a nun when she learns the truth about her parentage – that her mother still lives, and her father was real-life revolutionary icon Tiradentes, who fought and died for Brazilian independence.
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Plot Summary
Hélène, a woman from a modest background, finds herself entangled in a passionate and destructive affair with a wealthy and married man. As their relationship deepens, Hélène's life begins to unravel, forcing her to confront the consequences of her choices and the complexities of desire and social class. The film explores the emotional and psychological toll of forbidden love.
Critical Reception
Pascale Ferran's "Rose Wine" was critically acclaimed for its raw and unflinching portrayal of desire and its devastating consequences. Critics lauded the nuanced performances, particularly from Elsa Lepoivre, and the film's masterful direction in capturing the emotional turmoil of its protagonist. It was recognized for its sophisticated exploration of themes such as class, loneliness, and the destructive nature of obsession.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its intense emotional depth and psychological realism.
Elsa Lepoivre's performance was highlighted as a career-defining role.
The film's unsparing depiction of a destructive affair was noted for its power.
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Awards & Accolades
Won the Jury Prize at the 2005 Cannes Film Festival.
Fun Fact
The film is based on the novel 'Rose Wife' by Libby Fischer Hellmann.
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