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More Than Ever
Hélène, a 33-year-old woman from Bordeaux, France, lives happily as a couple with Mathieu, her husband of many years. Her life turns upside down the day she learns she has a rare lung disease. Thanks to a blog, she discovers Norway and decides to follow her instinct. Despite all the love she has for her life partner Mathieu, who is very supportive through her illness, she leaves him behind in France and will cross all Europe to Norway alone in search of a new path and to meet a blogger named Mister that she found on the internet.
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Plot Summary
Hélène, a Parisian social media influencer, lives a life seemingly perfect on the surface. However, she is hiding a secret: a life-threatening lung condition. Seeking a way to escape her illness and the impending reality of death, she decides to embark on a journey to Norway to find peace. Along the way, she meets and falls in love with a photographer, Mathieu, who helps her confront her fears and re-evaluate her life.
Critical Reception
More Than Ever received generally positive reviews from critics, with particular praise for the performances of Vicky Krieps and Gaspard Ulliel, and its sensitive handling of difficult themes. Some found the pacing deliberate, but overall, it was appreciated for its emotional depth and poignant exploration of life, love, and mortality.
What Reviewers Say
A moving and beautifully acted drama that tackles mortality with grace.
Vicky Krieps delivers a captivating performance as a woman facing her end.
The film balances romance and tragedy in a way that feels authentic and profound.
Google audience: Audiences generally praised the film's emotional resonance and the strong performances, finding it a thought-provoking and touching story about life and love in the face of adversity. Many appreciated its sensitive portrayal of a difficult subject.
Awards & Accolades
Selected to compete for the Golden Bear at the 72nd Berlin International Film Festival.
Fun Fact
The film was tragically one of the last roles for Gaspard Ulliel, who passed away in a skiing accident shortly after its premiere.
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