Five Days One Summer
Five Days One Summer

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Five Days One Summer

1982
Movie
108 min
English

A 1930s Scottish doctor goes climbing in the Alps with an infatuated niece he passes off as his wife.

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IMDb5.5/10
Director: Fred ZinnemannGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

Set in the Swiss Alps in 1932, the film follows Ian, a British doctor, and his younger wife, Kate. Their idyllic vacation is shattered when Kate's older brother, Aaron, arrives. Aaron, who has always been dangerously possessive of Kate, becomes increasingly unstable as he observes the couple's intimacy, leading to a tense and tragic confrontation.

Critical Reception

Five Days One Summer received largely negative reviews from critics, who found its plot predictable and its characters unconvincing. While some acknowledged Zinnemann's directorial skill and the scenic cinematography, the film's exploration of incestuous undertones and its melodramatic tone were widely criticized, leading to its poor box office performance.

What Reviewers Say

  • Criticized for its predictable and melodramatic plot.

  • The handling of sensitive themes was deemed uncomfortable and poorly executed.

  • Sean Connery's performance was noted, but couldn't salvage the film.

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Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in the Swiss Alps, with director Fred Zinnemann, a lover of the mountains, choosing the setting to contrast the beauty of nature with the dark psychological drama unfolding.

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