Ménage
Ménage

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Ménage

2021
Movie
86 min
Portuguese

Three corrupt emeritus from the same small political party involved in a plot of sex, corruption and betrayal are the main characters of an agile, dreamlike plot that refers to the best achievements of Brazilian marginal cinema.

Insights

IMDb5.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes45%
Metacritic52/100
Google Users65%
Director: Morgan FreemanGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

The film follows the complex emotional journey of a wealthy couple who, seeking to reignite their passion, invite a young, free-spirited woman into their lives. What begins as an arrangement to explore their desires quickly evolves into a tangled web of love, jealousy, and unspoken truths. As boundaries blur, they must confront their deepest feelings and the consequences of their unconventional choices.

Critical Reception

Ménage received a mixed reception from critics, with some praising its exploration of complex relationships and atmospheric direction, while others found its narrative predictable and its characters underdeveloped. Audiences were similarly divided, appreciating the mature themes but often critiquing the pacing and execution.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its ambitious attempt to explore mature themes of desire and commitment.

  • Criticized for a narrative that sometimes falters in its execution and character depth.

  • The performances, particularly from the lead actors, were frequently highlighted as a strong point.

Google audience: Google users generally appreciated the film's adult themes and the chemistry between the main cast. However, many felt the plot became convoluted in the latter half and wished for a more satisfying resolution.

Fun Fact

The film's title, 'Ménage,' is French for 'household' or 'domestic establishment,' often used in the context of a ménage à trois, hinting at the film's central theme.

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