The Morning After
The Morning After

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The Morning After

2020
Movie
97 min
French

Fed up with her cheating husband, Louise, 45, takes off for a weekend in Corsica. But after a wild night of unbridled passion with a man who winds up dead, Louise is unwittingly mistaken for his secret, longtime girlfriend by his Corsican fearsome but loving mother.

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IMDb5.7/10
Director: Jub ClercGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

When her estranged daughter is found dead, a woman sets out to uncover the truth behind her death, unearthing dark secrets from their past. As she delves deeper, she finds herself in increasing danger, confronting painful memories and a manipulative figure from her history.

Critical Reception

The Morning After received a mixed to positive reception, with critics praising its suspenseful narrative and performances, particularly from Pia Miranda. However, some found the pacing uneven and the plot predictable in parts.

What Reviewers Say

  • Pia Miranda delivers a compelling performance as a grieving mother.

  • The film builds suspense effectively, drawing viewers into its mystery.

  • Some viewers found the plot's resolutions to be less impactful than the build-up.

Google audience: Audience reviews for The Morning After are limited, but those available often highlight the emotional depth of the central performance and the gripping nature of the mystery. Some users expressed a desire for a more tightly woven plot.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in and around Sydney, Australia, utilizing various urban and coastal locations to create its atmospheric setting.

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