Tender Is the Night

On the French Riviera in the 1920s, Dick Diver, a promising young psychiatrist, marries his wealthy patient, Nicole. As their relationship deepens, Dick becomes entangled in Nicole's troubled past and the family fortune, leading to his own emotional and professional decline. The story chronicles their destructive descent amidst glamorous settings and complex relationships.

The 1985 film adaptation of 'Tender Is the Night' received mixed to negative reviews from critics, who often found it to be a pale imitation of F. Scott Fitzgerald's novel and lacking the emotional depth of previous adaptations. Audiences were similarly underwhelmed, leading to a disappointing box office performance.

• Praised for its lush cinematography and the performances of its ensemble cast, particularly Susan Sarandon.
• Criticized for an unfocused narrative and a failure to capture the novel's nuanced psychological exploration.
• Often deemed too long and ponderous, diluting the source material's impact.

Google audience: Audience reception data for 'Tender Is the Night (1985)' on Google is not widely available. However, critical consensus suggests a lack of engagement and a perceived failure to live up to the literary classic.

None notable.

The film adaptation was shot on location in the French Riviera, the same setting as the novel, and aimed to recreate the decadent atmosphere of the 1920s.