Après après-demain
Après après-demain

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Après après-demain

1990
Movie
84 min
French

In this romantic comedy, Paul, a good-looking gym teacher, falls hopelessly in love with Isabelle a very busy, professional fashion designer whose response to him runs both hot and cold, driving him to distraction.

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IMDb6.6/10
Director: Alain ResnaisGenres: Drama, Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

A successful publisher, driven by a desire for order, decides to re-organize his life by creating a series of fantastical scenarios. This leads him into a complex relationship with his wife and an actress he is producing, blurring the lines between reality and imagination. His attempts to control his environment and relationships become increasingly elaborate and absurd.

Critical Reception

Critics found "Après après-demain" to be a quirky and intellectually stimulating film, typical of Resnais's style. While some praised its originality and performances, others found its playful yet intricate narrative somewhat elusive. Audience reception was generally positive, appreciating its unique approach to storytelling.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its inventive narrative structure and thematic depth.

  • Appreciated for the nuanced performances of its lead actors.

  • Some found the film's intellectual playfulness to be somewhat inaccessible.

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Fun Fact

The film's intricate and somewhat surreal narrative is a hallmark of director Alain Resnais's later works, often exploring themes of memory, time, and perception through non-linear storytelling.

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