All That Love
All That Love

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All That Love

1988
Movie
110 min
Arabic

Nassif al-Leithi is a very loyal merchant for business colleague Hussein Zahran. Hussein Zahran was surprised by the betrayal of his wife and killed her. Nassif al-Leithi promises that his son Hussein will take care of his son Kamal while he is in prison. He dies in prison. Kamal grows up and works in the company of his father's friend Nasif. One of his sons, but the good treatment changed abruptly when Nasif noticed that his young daughter Wafa was fully impressed, refusing to share their marriage

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IMDb6.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes60%
Director: Michael RadfordGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

In 1930s England, a young woman named Sarah prepares for her arranged marriage to the wealthy and older Henry, while harboring a deep affection for her charismatic tutor, Julian. As her wedding day approaches, Sarah grapples with societal expectations and her own burgeoning desires, leading to a conflict between duty and passion. The film explores themes of love, class, and personal freedom in a restrictive era.

Critical Reception

All That Love received a mixed to positive reception from critics, who often praised its performances, particularly Natasha Richardson's, and its lush period detail. However, some found the pacing to be slow and the narrative somewhat conventional. Audience reception was generally favorable, appreciating the romantic elements and the historical setting.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its elegant production design and Natasha Richardson's compelling lead performance.

  • Some critics found the romantic drama to be predictable and lacking in emotional depth.

  • The film successfully evokes the atmosphere of its historical period.

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Fun Fact

The film was originally titled 'The Summer of 1936' and later 'A Summer Story' before settling on 'All That Love' in some regions.

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