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One Summer's Day
Every summer, Hsuan, Yei, and Chi jump into the pool together. Yei is always faster than Hsuan, but Hsuan doesn't care about winning or losing. All she wants is to stay with Chi, slowly, naturally, till they reach Taipei.
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Plot Summary
Set during a stiflingly hot summer in Rome, the film follows Marina, a struggling actress trying to navigate her tumultuous relationship with her ex-husband and the challenges of raising her young daughter. As she juggles auditions, therapy, and an unexpected new romance, Marina confronts her past and searches for a sense of stability and self-acceptance amidst the chaos of her life.
Critical Reception
One Summer's Day received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising Giovanna Mezzogiorno's performance and the film's intimate portrayal of a woman's emotional journey. However, some found the pacing slow and the narrative somewhat meandering.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for strong lead performance.
Felt by some to be slow-paced.
Appreciated for its emotional depth.
Google audience: Audience reception information is not readily available through common aggregators.
Fun Fact
The film was shot during the sweltering heat of a Roman summer, which director Paolo Virzì intentionally used to mirror the internal turmoil of the protagonist.
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