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Alice & Lucie
Lucie and Alice, are two inseparable twins since their childhood. 15 years after their father's disappearance, Lucie finally resolves to find him. She decides to invit him to dinner, but this invitation will arouse tenacious jealousy in one of the twins. Such a reappearance will resuscitate, in one of them, a deep trauma from her childhood. But nothing prevents Lucie to see her father again, even one last time
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Plot Summary
Alice and Lucie are two close friends navigating their lives in Paris, each facing distinct personal and professional challenges. As their bond is tested by secrets and unspoken desires, they grapple with love, ambition, and the complexities of their relationships.
Critical Reception
Alice & Lucie received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising the performances of its lead actresses, particularly Sandrine Kiberlain and Juliette Binoche. The film's intimate portrayal of female friendship and its nuanced exploration of emotional struggles were often highlighted. However, some found the narrative to be slow-paced or lacking in decisive plot development.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for strong lead performances.
Noted for its realistic depiction of complex female relationships.
Criticized by some for a deliberately understated and slow-moving narrative.
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Fun Fact
Juliette Binoche and Sandrine Kiberlain, who play close friends in the film, have a long-standing professional relationship, having starred together in several films prior to 'Alice & Lucie', though this marked their first collaboration with director Benoît Jacquot.
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