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The Adopted (2011)
Director: Mélanie Laurent
Cast: Mélanie Laurent, Denis Ménochet, Marie Denarnaud, Clémentine Célarié
6.7
45%Runtime100 min
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Lisa and Marine live a life of relative companionship together, where the only man permitted into the equation is Lisa’s young son, Leo. However, their simple existence is thrown into disarray when Marie meets and falls in love with Alex, a customer at her bookshop. Lisa is left feeling excluded, and tension develop. But soon an unexpected accident forces all of those involved to reassess the situation and adopt a different position in each other’s lives.
Critical Reception & Ratings
The Adopted, a 2011 drama directed by Mélanie Laurent, has received a mixed critical reception, with a 6.7/10 rating on IMDb and a 45% score on Rotten Tomatoes, indicating a divisive public response. The film explores the complexities of relationships and family dynamics as an unexpected accident forces the characters to reassess their positions in each other's lives.
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Fans of director Mélanie Laurent's intimate, character-driven dramas will appreciate the emotional depth and nuanced performances in this 2011 film, which explores the complex dynamics of an unconventional family and the challenges of navigating love and loss.
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The Adopted is a 2011 French drama film directed and co-written by Mélanie Laurent. It stars Marie Denarnaud, Denis Ménochet, Laurent and Clémentine Célarié. Denis Ménochet won a Lumière Award for Most Promising Actor for his performance in the film.
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