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Heaven

2013Movie7 minEnglish

Having trouble returning to his pre-prison sexual orientation, an ex-con orders an aging call girl whose life depends on him wanting her.

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IMDb6.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes57%
Metacritic56/100
Google Users78%
Director: Tom TykwerGenres: Drama, Thriller, Crime

Plot Summary

A young Italian teacher in Turin becomes involved in a series of bombings orchestrated by a disturbed English businessman. As she delves deeper into his motives, she finds herself entangled in a dangerous game of cat and mouse with the police and a powerful secret organization.

Critical Reception

The film received mixed to positive reviews from critics, with many praising its atmospheric tension and the performances of its lead actors. However, some found the plot to be convoluted and slow-paced.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its stylish direction and brooding atmosphere.
  • Applauded for the compelling performances of Giovanna Mezzogiorno and Dougray Scott.
  • Criticized by some for its complex and sometimes predictable narrative.

Google audience: Audience reviews generally appreciated the film's suspenseful nature and the strong lead performances, though some found the plot a bit too intricate.

Fun Fact

The film is based on the 1995 novel 'Aida degli alberi' by Giorgio Faletti.

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