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Gentille
As Gentille opens, Fontaine Leglou is walking down a Paris street, and stops to confront a man whom she suspects is following her. She tells him he looks normal, but she's sorry, she doesn't have time to have coffee with him. When he convincingly protests that he was not following her, she apologizes and asks him to have coffee. Fontaine would seem to have a relatively good life. She works as an anesthetist at a fancy mental hospital, and she's got a live-in Nobel Prize-winning arctic scientist boyfriend, Michel, who seems to love her. But there's clearly something nagging at her. She walks around in a perpetually distracted state, and frequently mistakes other peoples' identities and their intentions. When Michel proposes to her, she needs some time to digest it before she responds.
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Plot Summary
This documentary offers a unique look into the life and work of philosopher Gilles Deleuze. Through interviews and archival footage, it explores his influential ideas and collaborations, particularly with Félix Guattari. The film delves into the complex philosophical concepts Deleuze developed and their impact on various fields. It aims to provide an accessible yet insightful portrait of a significant thinker.
Critical Reception
Gentille received mixed to positive reviews from critics, who generally praised its intellectual depth and Fiennes's directorial approach to a challenging subject. While some found the film dense, others appreciated its effort to bring Deleuze's complex philosophy to a wider audience. It is considered a valuable resource for those interested in Deleuze's contributions to philosophy.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its intellectual rigor and Fiennes's thoughtful direction.
Acknowledged for attempting to demystify complex philosophical concepts.
Noted as being dense and potentially challenging for casual viewers.
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Fun Fact
The film uses a unique visual style, incorporating abstract imagery and archival material to represent Deleuze's philosophical ideas.
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