Jealous
Jealous

Movie spotlight

Jealous

2005
Movie
5 min
Swedish

A girl sneaks in to her boyfriend and tries to invisibly retrieve her wallet, but the door is open and there is a tense silence inside.

Insights

IMDb5.7/10
Director: Gaby DellalGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

A British couple's idyllic life is shattered when the wife begins an affair with her husband's best friend. As trust erodes and emotions run high, they must navigate the complex web of their relationships and confront the consequences of their actions. The film delves into the psychological turmoil and emotional fallout of infidelity.

Critical Reception

Jealous received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding the plot predictable and the characters underdeveloped. Some praised the performances, particularly McElhone's, but others felt the film failed to bring anything new to the familiar themes of betrayal and jealousy. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with many viewers citing a lack of emotional depth.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film treads familiar ground with little originality.

  • Performances are adequate but cannot salvage a weak script.

  • Lacks emotional resonance and compelling character development.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but general sentiment suggests the film is an unremarkable exploration of infidelity that fails to engage emotionally.

Fun Fact

The film was originally titled 'The Last Sign' before being changed to 'Jealous'.

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