Rust and Bone
Rust and Bone

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Rust and Bone

2012
Movie
123 min
French

Put in charge of his young son, Ali leaves Belgium for Antibes to live with his sister and her husband as a family. Ali's bond with Stephanie, a killer whale trainer, grows deeper after Stephanie suffers a horrible accident.

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IMDb7.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes86%
Metacritic77/100
Google Users82%
Director: Jacques AudiardGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

Struggling single father Alain van Versch enters into a relationship with Stéphanie, a killer whale trainer who suffers a severe accident. As Stéphanie navigates her new reality, Alain helps her find her strength and rebuild her life. Their bond deepens amidst hardship, revealing a raw and unconventional love story.

Critical Reception

Rust and Bone was widely acclaimed by critics for its powerful performances, particularly from Marion Cotillard and Matthias Schoenaerts, and its unflinching portrayal of human resilience and love. The film was praised for its emotional depth and Audiard's assured direction, though some found its narrative elements challenging.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its raw, emotional performances and unflinching look at vulnerability.

  • Lauded for its unconventional and deeply felt love story.

  • Admired for Jacques Audiard's masterful and empathetic direction.

Google audience: Audiences found the film to be a deeply moving and powerful experience, particularly highlighting the incredible performances of the lead actors. Many appreciated the film's honest and raw depiction of love and resilience in the face of adversity.

Awards & Accolades

Marion Cotillard won a Golden Globe Award for Best Actress and received a BAFTA nomination for her role. The film also received numerous nominations and awards at festivals like Cannes.

Fun Fact

Matthias Schoenaerts gained approximately 30 pounds of muscle for his role as Alain van Versch, undergoing intense physical training.

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CinemaSerf

CinemaSerf

"Alain" (Matthias Schoenaerts) is a bit of a drifter who must look after his young son "Sam" (Armand Verdure). They head to Antibes where they will live with his sister and where he hopes to get a job. He's no slacker - he's not into drugs ...

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tmdb15435519

Marion Cotillard and Matthias Schoenaerts stun in this exceptional drama/romance. Driven by intense inner demons, Schoenaerts destroys everything around him, only to build it back up in a gripping climax that nearly had me in tears. ...