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The Captive (2000)
Director: Chantal Akerman
Cast: Sylvie Testud, Stanislas Merhar, Olivia Bonamy, Liliane Rovère
Runtime118 min
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A handsome, idle, and hopeless neurotic lives in a labyrinthine, half-renovated Paris flat with his ailing grandmother, a faithful family servant, and Ariane Rey, his willing captive, the object of his obsessive jealousy and unquenchable desire.
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The Captive (2000) directed by Chantal Akerman is a critically acclaimed drama and romance film that has received mixed reviews. While some critics have praised its atmospheric visuals and psychological exploration, others have found it to be slow-paced and lacking in character development. The film has not received any major awards recognition, but it has an average audience rating of 6.2/10 on IMDb, indicating a moderately positive reception from viewers.
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Director Chantal Akerman's 2000 psychological drama 'The Captive' offers a captivating exploration of obsession, desire, and the complexities of human relationships, anchored by Sylvie Testud's riveting performance as the titular captive.
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The Captive is a 2000 drama film written and directed by Chantal Akerman and featuring Olivia Bonamy, Sylvie Testud and Stanislas Merhar.
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