Fresh
This is realism that enlarges our conception of the term.
Stanley Kauffmann, The New Republic
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Amour
Overview
Georges and Anne are in their eighties. They are cultivated, retired music teachers. Their daughter, who is also a musician, lives abroad with her family. One day, Anne has a stroke, and the couple's bond of love is severely tested.
Director and cast
- Michael Haneke Director
- Jean-Louis Trintignant as Georges
- Emmanuelle Riva as Anne
- Isabelle Huppert as Eva
- Alexandre Tharaud as Alexandre
- William Shimell as Geoff
- Ramon Agirre as Concierge's Husband
- Rita Blanco as Concierge
- Carole Franck as Nurse #1
- Dinara Drukarova as Nurse #2
- Laurent Capelluto as Police Officer #1
Critics on Rotten Tomatoes
Top critics, in their words
93%
Tomatometer
Fresh
Now at the end of the year comes a masterpiece, not just the best of the year, but one of the best ever: Michael Haneke's Amour.
David Thomson, The New Republic
Fresh
Trintignant perfectly captures the resolve that eventually borders on obsession, as the woman he loves gradually, maddeningly, disappears before his eyes, and he does whatever he can to prevent it, though he knows it's impossible.
Bill Goodykoontz, Arizona Republic
Fresh
Many viewers will find echoes of their grandparents, parents, or even themselves in these characters.
James Berardinelli, ReelViews
Fresh
A movie that is utterly worthy of its all-encompassing title.
Ann Hornaday, Washington Post
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