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The Stopover (2016)
Director: Muriel Coulin
Cast: Soko, Ariane Labed, Ginger Romàn, Karim Leklou
6.2
100%Runtime102 min
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At the end of their tour of duty in Afghanistan, two young military women, Aurore and Marine, are given three days of decompression leave with their unit at a five-star resort in Cyprus, among tourists. But it's not that easy to forget the war and leave the violence behind.
Critical Reception & Ratings
The Stopover, a 2016 drama film directed by Muriel Coulin, has received critical acclaim, with a 100% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. The film follows two young military women who, after a tour in Afghanistan, are given three days of decompression leave at a resort in Cyprus, where they struggle to leave the violence of war behind. The film's IMDb rating of 6.2/10 suggests a more mixed reception from audiences.
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Directed by Muriel Coulin in 2016, 'The Stopover' offers a compelling, nuanced exploration of the psychological impact of war, as two young female soldiers struggle to leave the violence behind during a brief leave in Cyprus. The film's thoughtful character development and intimate, immersive cinematography make it a must-see for fans of gritty, character-driven dramas.
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The Stopover is a 2016 French film directed by Delphine and Muriel Coulin. It explores the tensions among a group of French soldiers returning from a tour of duty in Afghanistan, focusing on the experiences of three young women. The film premiered at the 2016 Cannes Film Festival in the Un Certain Regard section where the sisters won the award for Best Screenplay.
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