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All Our Desires
Claire and Stéphane are two Lyon-based judges who could hardly be more different. She is young and enthusiastic, committed to helping those unfortunates who find themselves in debt. He is older, wiser, but disillusioned with his work and his life. Under Claire’s influence, Stéphane discovers a new lease of life and at last finds a cause that is worth fighting for...
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Plot Summary
A lawyer specializing in inheritance law encounters a peculiar case involving a dying man who wishes to find the woman who made him happy in his youth. As he delves deeper into the man's past, he uncovers a poignant love story and begins to question his own life and relationships. The journey leads him to confront his own desires and the choices that have shaped his life.
Critical Reception
All Our Desires received a generally positive reception from critics, who praised its emotional depth and the performances of its cast, particularly Vincent Lindon. The film was noted for its sensitive exploration of love, memory, and regret, though some found its pacing to be deliberate.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its sensitive and poignant exploration of love and memory.
Vincent Lindon's performance as the conflicted lawyer was a highlight for many reviewers.
Some critics noted the film's slow-burn narrative as a deliberate but potentially divisive choice.
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Awards & Accolades
Nominated for the Golden Bear at the 62nd Berlin International Film Festival.
Fun Fact
The film marks the final on-screen appearance of veteran French actress Marie Dubois, who passed away shortly after its release.
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