Isabelle
Isabelle is an astronomer of French origin who lives in Italy in a large house surrounded by vineyards in the hills near Trieste. The sun shines on the countryside, the sea breaks on the rocky coast a few kilometers away, the landscape is paradise, and like every summer, her son Jérome will spend some time with her. Isabelle loves him very much and is ready to do anything for him, but her encounter with Davide, a young man going through a very difficult time, will turn their lives upside down. Isabelle will then have to make a choice that will inevitably lead to a painful outcome.
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Plot Summary
A Jewish lawyer, Anna, takes on a case defending a man accused of murder. As the trial progresses, she begins to suspect that the victim might have been a witch, and that supernatural forces are at play. Her investigation leads her down a dark path, blurring the lines between reality and delusion as she confronts ancient evils and her own sanity.
Critical Reception
Isabelle received a mixed reception from critics, with some praising its atmospheric tension and performances, while others found its plot convoluted and its scares predictable. Audiences were similarly divided, with some appreciating its unique blend of legal thriller and supernatural horror, while others were disappointed by its pacing and resolution.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its ambitious blend of legal drama and supernatural horror.
- Critiqued for an underdeveloped plot and uneven pacing.
- Amanda Collin's performance was often highlighted as a strong point.
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Fun Fact
The film was shot in Denmark, despite its English title and the setting not being explicitly defined, drawing on Danish folklore and legal systems for its thematic elements.
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