Refrain
Minato (18), a third-year high school student, is involved in an accident on his first date with Tsumugi (18) and smashes the back of his head. When Minato wakes up, it's the same morning again for some reason. There was no evidence of an accident and no injuries.
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Plot Summary
In 19th-century France, a young girl named Clara is sent to a harsh reform school after her father disappears. Stripped of her identity, she must navigate the brutal system and find a way to hold onto her spirit. The film explores themes of memory, identity, and the oppressive nature of institutions.
Critical Reception
Refrain received mixed to positive reviews from critics, who praised its visual style and Adèle Haenel's performance, but some found its narrative disjointed and its message unclear.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its strong visual aesthetic and atmospheric direction.
- Adèle Haenel delivers a compelling and nuanced performance.
- Some critics found the film's pacing and narrative structure challenging.
Google audience: Audience reception information for 'Refrain' (2017) on Google is not widely available.
Fun Fact
The film is based on the experiences of the director's own grandmother, who was sent to a reform school.
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