A Woman Scorned: Uncovering the Dark Truth Behind Love and Betrayal

Hello everyone who's made it to my review!

Another French film has joined my collection, and I'm excited to share my thoughts on it.

The French have a remarkable ability to convey the complexities of human emotions on screen.

Domestic violence is a theme that's become increasingly popular in recent years, and for good reason.

It's a topic that deserves attention, and silence only leads to tragic events like the ones depicted in the movie "Mесть".

So, today I'm going to share my thoughts on the film "Только ты и я".

The title is super eye-catching, and the story itself is based on Eric Reinhardt's novel "Love and the Forests", which was inspired by a real-life story of a teacher who experienced domestic violence.

Quick summary of the film:

Blanche meets Gregoire and thinks he's the love of her life. Their relationship, set against the picturesque Normandy coast, seems perfect. However, it's only after the wedding that she realizes her husband's obsession has turned into a trap.

Here are the key details about the film:

Released in 2023Original title - L'Amour et les ForêtsGenre - Drama, ThrillerRuntime - Over 1.5 hoursI was reminded of the movie "My King" starring Vincent Cassel when I watched this film.

The story is told in reverse, and we see Blanche, a middle-aged literature teacher, in therapy with a psychologist.

As the story unfolds, we learn more about Blanche's life, and the forest becomes a symbol of her freedom and hope.

The film really kept me on the edge of my seat, and the tension built up with each frame.

The pacing is decent, and I never found myself bored.

The cinematography is top-notch, and the actors do a great job in their roles.

One thing that really stood out to me about this film was how realistic it was.

My friend actually has a similar story to this one.

Her ex-boyfriend used to say the most possessive things to her - "You're only mine!".

It's the same kind of possessiveness we see in Greg's relationship with his wife.

It's all about control - they want to dominate and manipulate others.

And it's sad to see the victims not realizing what's going on at first.

The sooner they catch on, the less damage they'll suffer in the long run.

The film does a great job of showcasing the emotional rollercoaster that comes with abuse - both for the abuser and the victim.

It's easy to point fingers and say 'it's the husband's fault' or 'it's the wife's fault', but the reality is, it's often a complex situation.

It starts with small, seemingly harmless actions, but before you know it, things escalate.

That's why it's so important to talk about it.

So, I highly recommend checking this one out!

Thanks for reading!

Wishing you all a great weekend!

And if you're interested, here are my reviews for some other films:

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