A Broken Man
A Broken Man

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A Broken Man

2022
Movie
95 min
French

Lawyer, loving father and husband, Vincent is a fulfilled man, living the life he always dreamed of. And yet after a bad encounter, he unwittingly takes a date rape drug and wakes up with contusions on his face and blood between his legs.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Fabrice GobertGenres: Drama, Thriller, Mystery

Plot Summary

Set in a remote psychiatric institution, 'A Broken Man' follows a detective investigating a series of strange occurrences. As he delves deeper, he finds himself confronting his own past traumas and the unsettling nature of reality. The lines between sanity and madness blur for both the investigator and the patients he encounters.

Critical Reception

The series received generally positive reviews, with critics praising its atmospheric tension, strong performances, and complex psychological themes. Some noted its slow pace, but most found it a compelling and thought-provoking mystery.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unsettling atmosphere and psychological depth.

  • Gaspard Ulliel's final performance was noted as particularly impactful.

  • Some viewers found the pacing too deliberate, affecting engagement.

Google audience: Audience reception information for 'A Broken Man' on Google is not readily available, making it difficult to summarize specific likes or dislikes.

Fun Fact

This series marked one of the final roles for the acclaimed French actor Gaspard Ulliel, who tragically passed away shortly after its production.

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