Emma left Russia to live with her husband in Italy. Now a member of a powerful industrial family, she is the respected mother of three, but feels unfulfilled. One day, Antonio, a talented chef and her son's friend, makes her senses kindle.
Nominated for 1 Oscar. Another 16 wins & 39 nominations.
Top Critics Reviews
rotten:
The overripe ending, heated by the percolating music of John Adams, is heavy seasoning on a delicate dish.
– Joe Williams,
St. Louis Post-Dispatch,
8 Jul 2010
fresh:
If you're not in the mood, the whole thing will probably seem pretty silly. But if you are -- oh, if you are -- I Am Love may be the richest, tastiest truffle you're likely to savor all summer.
– Ty Burr,
Boston Globe,
8 Jul 2010
rotten:
Despite a superb cast and a fabulous look, the picture collapses under the weight of its lofty pretensions, especially in the black hole of the last act, where it topples into near-absurdity.
– Rick Groen,
Globe and Mail,
16 Jul 2010
fresh:
There's no getting around the fact that this is elegant soap opera,. It won't appeal to every taste. But it's sensational to look at, powerfully acted, and delivers a bang for the emotional buck.
– Jonathan F. Richards,
Film.com,
4 Aug 2010
fresh:
The grand architecture of Milan and the icy rhythms of composer John Adams set the tone for this elegant Italian drama about the suffocating power of family, wealth, and tradition.