The Last Bath
The Last Bath

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The Last Bath

2020
Movie
94 min
Portuguese

A nun is called upon to adopt her 15-year-old nephew, and as a consequence religious, familial and sensual love become entangled.

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IMDb5.9/10
Director: Mathieu AmalricGenres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A film director, played by Mathieu Amalric, is shooting a movie in Quebec and becomes increasingly obsessed with a local woman. As the lines between his film's narrative and his own reality blur, he embarks on a mysterious and unsettling journey into her life. The story explores themes of obsession, performance, and the nature of reality within the context of filmmaking.

Critical Reception

The Last Bath received mixed to positive reviews, with critics often highlighting Mathieu Amalric's direction and performance, as well as the film's atmospheric and enigmatic qualities. Some found the narrative intentionally opaque and slow-paced, while others appreciated its artistic ambition and unsettling mood.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unique directorial vision and Amalric's compelling performance.

  • Noted for its ambiguous narrative and unsettling, dreamlike atmosphere.

  • Some found the pacing too deliberate and the plot overly obscure.

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Fun Fact

Mathieu Amalric, who also stars in the film, directed and wrote the screenplay, drawing inspiration from a real-life encounter.

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