Eclipse
Eclipse

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Eclipse

1982
Movie
86 min
Cantonese

Insights

IMDb5.8/10
Director: Jerzy SkolimowskiGenres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A mysterious and reclusive British writer, who lives in isolation in a secluded villa in the South of France, begins an obsessive affair with a charismatic American lover. As their relationship deepens, strange and unsettling events start to occur, blurring the lines between reality and delusion.

Critical Reception

Eclipse received a mixed reception from critics, with some praising its atmospheric tension and psychological depth, while others found its narrative obscure and its pacing uneven. Glenda Jackson's performance was widely lauded as a highlight.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unsettling atmosphere and psychological exploration.

  • Glenda Jackson's performance is a standout.

  • Criticized by some for its ambiguous narrative and slow pacing.

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Fun Fact

Jerzy Skolimowski co-wrote the screenplay with renowned author and screenwriter Michael Hirst, who later went on to create the TV series 'Vikings'.

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