Damage
Damage

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Damage

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English

The story of a young man in a relationship with an abusive fiancée

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IMDb6.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes73%
Metacritic71/100
Google Users74%
Director: Louis MalleGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

A distinguished British politician enters into a passionate and destructive affair with a mysterious young woman. Their relationship becomes increasingly obsessive, leading him to neglect his career and family. The intense connection unfolds with devastating consequences, revealing hidden desires and the potential for ruin.

Critical Reception

Critically acclaimed for its performances and exploration of taboo themes, 'Damage' was praised for its daring portrayal of obsessive love and its unsettling examination of desire. While some found its subject matter controversial, many critics lauded its sophisticated direction and the compelling chemistry between its leads.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for the intense and committed performances of Jeremy Irons and Juliette Binoche.

  • Appreciated for its unflinching and sophisticated exploration of forbidden desire and its consequences.

  • Noted for Louis Malle's confident and artful direction, maintaining a tense atmosphere throughout.

Google audience: Audiences found the film to be a compelling and intense exploration of a passionate, albeit destructive, affair. Many viewers were drawn to the strong performances and the film's ability to evoke a sense of unease and fascination.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for a Golden Globe for Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Drama (Juliette Binoche).

Fun Fact

The film adaptation of Josephine Hart's novel 'Damage' faced some controversy for its explicit nature, leading to debates about censorship and artistic freedom at the time of its release.

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