If You Go Away

In the midst of World War II, a French family attempts to survive under German occupation. Their lives are further complicated when the father, a resistance fighter, is captured, leaving the mother to protect their children from the escalating dangers and difficult choices they must make to endure.

The film received mixed to negative reviews from critics, with many finding its narrative predictable and its emotional impact underwhelming. Audiences were also divided, with some appreciating its attempt to depict the harsh realities of war on a family, while others felt it lacked originality and depth.

• While aiming for a poignant wartime drama, the film often falls into familiar tropes.

• The performances are generally solid, but struggle to elevate the somewhat formulaic plot.

• Its portrayal of family survival during occupation is earnest but lacks a distinctive voice.

Google audience: Audience reception for 'If You Go Away' appears to be largely absent from publicly available Google reviews, making it difficult to ascertain specific likes or dislikes.

The film was originally intended to be a sequel to Luc Besson's earlier film 'The Big Blue', but the concept evolved significantly during development.