

Patrick
Patrick, 20-years-old, lives in Paris with his older boyfriend. He runs a teenage pornography website, which results in a prison sentence following a raid at a party. Mário, 8-years-old, was kidnapped 12 years ago in Portugal. Patrick and Mário are the same person with two conflicting identities: a life in Paris filled with parties, drugs, and promiscuity and a new rural life in Portugal, where he feels obliged to reconnect with a broken family.
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Plot Summary
In the picturesque French Riviera, a young man named Patrick lives a life of privilege and leisure, attending elite parties and enjoying the company of beautiful people. However, his seemingly perfect world is disrupted when he becomes entangled with a mysterious woman who challenges his perspectives and forces him to confront his own desires and the superficiality of his existence. As their connection deepens, Patrick embarks on a journey of self-discovery, questioning the values he has always held dear.
Critical Reception
Patrick received a mixed reception from critics, with some praising its visual style and the lead performance, while others found its narrative to be slow and lacking in depth. Audience reactions were similarly divided, with some appreciating the atmospheric portrayal of a certain lifestyle and the exploration of themes like identity and desire, while others found it to be pretentious and underdeveloped.
What Reviewers Say
- Visually striking and atmospheric, capturing a specific bohemian lifestyle.
- Gaspard Ulliel delivers a compelling performance, though the character's arc feels underdeveloped.
- The film's slow pace and ambiguous narrative may alienate some viewers.
Google audience: Google users generally found the film to be visually appealing and appreciated its attempts to explore themes of identity and societal critique. However, many commented on the slow pacing and a perceived lack of a clear or engaging story, leading to a divided audience opinion.
Fun Fact
The film is inspired by the life and work of the French writer and artist Patrick Mothé, known for his unconventional lifestyle and artistic contributions.
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