The Acrobat

The Acrobat

2020 · 134 min · FR · 6.2 (27 votes)
Dir. Rodrigue Jean · Starring Sébastien Ricard, Yury Paulau, Victor Fomine, Lise Roy, Chloé Germentier, Dominick Rustam-Chartrand
Drama

In an ever-expanding but nondescript North American city, Christophe, a middle-aged businessman, unexpectedly encounters Micha, a Russian acrobat recovering from an injury, while house-hunting. An instant attraction is quickly consummated and they embark on a torrid affair that helps each of them cope with their respective trials. A provocative, poignant drama about intimacy in an age of anonymity.

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This is a raw, emotionally propulsive drama exploring a torrid, often bitter affair amidst urban anonymity. It feels cynically poignant, diving deep into the complexities of intimacy and coping with personal trials. The atmosphere is melancholic and provocative, demanding an engaged, reflective watch.

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