Ordinary Happines
Ordinary Happines

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Ordinary Happines

2019
Movie
93 min
Italian

Died in a car crash, Paolo is allowed to come back to life for 92 minutes more, thanks to a miscalculation made by Heavenly accountants. He decides to use this newfound time on Earth to fix his mistakes as a father and husband.

Insights

IMDb5.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes65%
Director: Thomas BidegainGenres: Drama, Comedy

Plot Summary

A woman seeking change in her life impulsively decides to leave her husband and embarks on a journey of self-discovery. Her path takes an unexpected turn when she meets a charismatic stranger on a train, leading her on a road trip that forces her to confront her past and re-evaluate her future. The film explores themes of freedom, regret, and the search for meaning in everyday life.

Critical Reception

Ordinary Happiness received a mixed to positive reception from critics, who often praised its strong performances and contemplative tone. Some found the narrative a bit meandering, but many appreciated its honest portrayal of a woman's mid-life existential crisis and the nuanced exploration of human connection.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for Bérénice Bejo's compelling performance as a woman in search of herself.

  • Appreciated for its thoughtful and realistic depiction of mid-life introspection.

  • Some critics found the pacing slow and the plot somewhat underdeveloped.

Google audience: Audience reception on Google is not readily available for this film, but general critical sentiment suggests it's a character-driven drama with solid acting that may appeal to those seeking a more introspective cinematic experience.

Fun Fact

The film's original title was 'Un Couteau dans le Cœur' (A Knife in the Heart), but it was changed to 'Ordinary Happiness' for its international release.

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