Model
Psychological melodrama based on the motives of Yury Nagibin’s story «Three men and one woman, and one more man». The beginning of the 20th century. The young couple Vladislav Eschenbach and Sofia Pshebyshevskaya arrive in Tiflis, where sun, wine, ancient architecture and new impressions await them. She is the eternal mistress; it is her trade, her way of life and thinking. He understood this well before their marriage, but he cannot come to terms with her way of life. They are overcome by vanity, by the desire for understanding, and even by despair. For each of them the views of the other are nonsense, but they still try to live together. The outcome of this story seems obvious. But it takes an unexpected turn: in the life of the strange couple there occurs a moment when each of them has to resolve the single most important question…
Insights
Plot Summary
A young aspiring model is lured into the glamorous but dangerous world of international fashion. She quickly discovers that behind the facade of beauty and success lies a dark underbelly of exploitation and manipulation. As she navigates this treacherous environment, she must fight for her survival and her identity.
Critical Reception
The 2007 Australian thriller 'Model' received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding its plot predictable and its attempts at suspense falling flat. Audience reactions were similarly lukewarm, with some appreciating its dark themes while others criticized its underdeveloped characters and gratuitous violence.
What Reviewers Say
- Presents a bleak and unconvincing portrayal of the fashion industry.
- Lacks depth in character development and narrative coherence.
- Attempts at horror and suspense are largely ineffective.
Google audience: Information regarding specific Google user reviews for 'Model (2007)' is not readily available in publicly accessible databases.
Fun Fact
The film was shot in Sydney, Australia, and aimed to highlight the darker aspects of the modeling world often unseen by the public.
AI-generated overview · Verify ratings on official sources