The Cure
The Cure

Movie spotlight

The Cure

2021
Movie
81 min
French

Summertime. While a pandemic spreads overall, Paul, his wife Hélène and his little sister Lisa, isolate themselves in their countryside house. There, they meet old friends : Bruno and his sister Mélanie… Some of them love each other but say it wrongly ; some of them don’t even dare to say it ; some of them hate each other… What will strike them first? Disease or despair?

Insights

IMDb5.8/10
Director: Han Dong-hoonGenres: Drama, Mystery, Crime

Plot Summary

A suspenseful thriller that follows a woman accused of murdering her husband and a lawyer who takes on her case. As the lawyer delves deeper, he uncovers shocking secrets and a dark conspiracy that challenges his own perceptions of truth and justice. The film weaves a complex narrative of deception, memory, and the lengths people will go to protect themselves.

Critical Reception

The Cure received mixed to positive reviews, with critics often praising its atmospheric tension and the performances of its lead actors, particularly Seo Ye-ji. However, some reviewers found the plot convoluted at times and the pacing uneven. Audience reception was generally favorable, appreciating the film's suspenseful elements and intricate plot.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its tense atmosphere and strong lead performances.

  • Noted for its intricate mystery and suspenseful plot.

  • Criticized by some for a plot that could be overly complicated or slow-paced.

Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews for this film is not readily available.

Fun Fact

The film was originally scheduled for release in 2020 but was postponed due to various industry-wide delays.

AI-generated overview · Verify ratings on official sources

My Review