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Deuxième quinzaine de juillet
Felix lives with Monique, an authoritarian woman. He decides his wife to exchange their Blois pavilion for what seems to be paradise: a villa in the south of the Drome. Unfortunately the house stands in the middle of a campsite.
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Plot Summary
A group of young people spends a summer at a lakeside holiday village, exploring themes of love, desire, and self-discovery. Their interactions and relationships evolve as they navigate the complexities of adolescence and burgeoning adulthood. The story delves into their emotional journeys and the fleeting nature of summer romance.
Critical Reception
The film received a mixed to positive reception, with critics often highlighting its sensitive portrayal of young adulthood and its evocative atmosphere. Some found it to be a poignant exploration of nascent sexuality and emotional turmoil, while others noted its slow pacing and understated narrative.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its atmospheric and sensitive depiction of youth.
Noted for exploring themes of desire and identity with a gentle touch.
Some found the narrative a bit too languid.
Google audience: Audience reception data for this film on Google is not readily available.
Fun Fact
Christophe Honoré, the director, made this film at the age of 26, marking an early work in his acclaimed career.
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