Ressentiment
Ressentiment

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Ressentiment

2024
Movie
11 min
Lithuanian

Seventeen-year-old Yasha is rebelling against authority. But in the USSR of 1990, some opposing forces are more dangerous than others. Determined not to give in, Yasha’s need for self-expression will propel him to the precipice of irreparable harm.

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes70%
Metacritic62/100
Google Users85%
Director: Alexandre MoorsGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

Léo, a struggling writer, finds himself entangled in a complex relationship with his former lover, Clara, and her new husband, Simon. As Léo attempts to reignite his passion for writing, he becomes increasingly obsessed with the couple's seemingly perfect life, leading to a dangerous spiral of jealousy and resentment. The film explores the destructive nature of envy and the blurred lines between admiration and obsession.

Critical Reception

Ressentiment has garnered mixed to positive reviews, with critics praising its atmospheric tension and the performances of its lead actors. Some found the plot to be somewhat predictable, while others lauded its psychological depth.

What Reviewers Say

  • Visually striking with compelling performances.

  • A slow-burn psychological drama that delves into the darker aspects of human desire.

  • Some viewers found the narrative pacing to be too deliberate.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's artistic direction and the intense character portrayals. Many highlighted the effective mood-setting and the exploration of complex emotional themes.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Actor at the César Awards for Alex Lutz.

Fun Fact

The film's title, 'Ressentiment,' is a French term referring to a type of bitterness or ill feeling stemming from a sense of perceived injustice or inferiority.

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