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Middle-aged businesswoman Paula Tessier rejects the advances of her client's amusing 25-year-old son, Philip Van der Besh, but reconsiders when her longtime philandering partner begins yet another casual affair with a younger woman. She soon learns that May-December romances with older women are frowned upon in society.
Emmy, a successful interior decorator, is happily married to Philip. However, her past lover, Arthur, returns to her life, reigniting their affair. As Emmy struggles to balance her feelings and her responsibilities, her husband Philip becomes suspicious, leading to a complex emotional triangle. The film explores themes of love, infidelity, and the consequences of choices.
Goodbye Again received mixed to positive reviews from critics, with many praising the performances of its lead actors, particularly Ingrid Bergman. The film's exploration of mature themes and its sophisticated, yet sometimes melodramatic, narrative was noted. While not a box office smash, it found an audience for its star power and dramatic content.
Praised for the compelling performances of its lead actors.
Noted for its sophisticated exploration of romantic entanglements.
Some critics found the narrative to be somewhat melodramatic.
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The film was based on the novel 'Aimez-vous Brahms?' by Françoise Sagan, which was a bestseller and also a critical success.
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