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Juillet en septembre
Juillet is a young orphan girl who returns to the town she was born in to find her mother. She tries to befriend her yuppie neighbors Marie and Jacques with comic consequences. The thrilling part (supposedly) of the film finds Marbas as a timid psycho killer who targets pretty young women.
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Plot Summary
In the French countryside, a successful but restless woman returns to her childhood home after her mother's death. While sorting through belongings, she encounters a former lover, leading to a reevaluation of her past choices and present desires. Their rekindled connection forces her to confront the life she has built and the one she might have had.
Critical Reception
The film received a mixed to positive reception, with critics generally praising the performances and atmospheric portrayal of rural France. Some found the narrative to be somewhat slow-paced, but many appreciated its emotional depth and exploration of memory and regret.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its strong lead performances, particularly from Caroline Cellier.
Appreciated for its evocative depiction of the French landscape and nostalgic mood.
Some noted the deliberate pacing, which might not appeal to all viewers.
Google audience: Audience reviews are not widely available for this specific film on Google platforms, making it difficult to summarize specific likes or dislikes.
Fun Fact
The film was shot on location in the Cévennes region of France, lending an authentic and picturesque backdrop to the narrative.
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