État d'urgence
État d'urgence

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État d'urgence

1998
Movie
Adult · 18+
95 min
French

A young Russian comes to Paris to meet up with his lover, but he seems to have already found a new friend. Alone in Paris, Anton has loads of adventures: a quest for powerful love and shared pleasure. But the guys that he meets pass him round after having used and abused him! These boys have an urgent need to live and make love, to face up to jealousy and betrayal. They must face their homosexuality and their families.

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IMDb6.0/10
Director: Vassili ZarkovGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A successful lawyer finds his life unraveling when he becomes entangled with a mysterious woman. As his marriage and career teeter on the brink, he is drawn into a dangerous game of deception and manipulation.

Critical Reception

État d'urgence received mixed to positive reviews, with critics often highlighting its suspenseful atmosphere and strong performances, though some found the plot predictable.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its tense pacing and escalating suspense.

  • Acknowledged for the compelling lead performance.

  • Some reviewers found the narrative arcs somewhat conventional.

Google audience: Audience reception is not widely documented through Google user reviews.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in and around Paris, capturing a specific urban mood that contributes to its thriller elements.

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