The Mirror Has Two Faces
The Mirror Has Two Faces

The Mirror Has Two Faces

1958Movie96 minFrench

A teacher runs an ad in the newspaper to find a wife. Afraid of beautiful ladies, he weds an ugly woman. After a car accident, he meets a doctor who offers to reveal his wife's beauty.

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IMDb7.0/10
Director: André CayatteGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

A young, plain woman falls in love with a professor who is seemingly blinded by her inner beauty, only to discover he is merely using her as a means to an end. Her transformation into a beautiful woman leads to a dramatic confrontation with the man who deceived her, forcing her to re-evaluate her understanding of love and self-worth.

Critical Reception

The film received a mixed to positive reception, with critics often praising its exploration of vanity and self-deception, though some found its dramatic turns predictable. Audiences generally responded to the romantic elements and the protagonist's journey.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its thoughtful examination of superficiality and genuine beauty.
  • The plot's dramatic turns were seen as somewhat conventional by some critics.
  • The performances were generally well-received, particularly the lead's transformation.

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Fun Fact

Director André Cayatte was a lawyer before becoming a filmmaker, and often explored legal and ethical themes in his films, including themes of justice and societal judgment.

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