I've Loved You So Long
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79 out of 100

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7.7 out of 10

Generally favorable reviews- based on 36 Ratings

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  • Starring: Elsa Zylberstein, Kristin Scott Thomas, Serge Hazanavicius
  • Summary: Lea and Juliette are sisters who are almost complete strangers. Juliette has just been released from prison after serving a long sentence. Lea contacted Juliette when she was released and suggested that Juliette come to live with her. Juliette had no particular desire to see her sister again. Life together isn’t easy to begin with. Juliette has to relearn certain basics. The world has moved on and she often seems confused. Although she may seem cold and distant, her attitude stems more from her being ill at ease. Gradually, the real Juliette emerges. She opens up to the world once more. But a huge question hangs over Juliette’s renaissance. Why did she do such a terrible thing fifteen years ago? (Sony Classics)… Expand

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 25 out of 28
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 28
  3. Negative: 0 out of 28
  1. San Francisco Chronicle
    Reviewed by: Mick LaSalle
    100
    Kristin Scott Thomas' performance in I've Loved You So Long is one of a small handful of highlights by which people will remember this year in movies. This is acting at its most exalted.
  2. New York Magazine (Vulture)
    Reviewed by: David Edelstein
    80
    Philippe Claudel's direction is both probing and delicate, and Scott Thomas's face, even immobile, keeps you watching, searching for hints of her character's past, unable to blink for fear of missing something vital.
  3. The Hollywood Reporter
    Reviewed by: Maggie Lee
    80
    A scintillating drama about pain and healing made with intelligence and compassion.
  4. New York Daily News
    Reviewed by: Joe Neumaier
    60
    Scott Thomas breathes more emotion into Juliette's affectless, haunted demeanor than most actors do with pages of dialogue.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 15 out of 21
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 21
  3. Negative: 4 out of 21
  1. MeanJoeGreen
    10
    Riviting & exquisitely performed! This film is a love story that puts on display a stunning tour de force performance by the two female leads. Their interplay is more than worth the price of admission alone, and the supporting cast rings just as true. Their tale of love & redemption is familiar, but never done better, & without any cliches or film noir tricks to dress it up. I have never seen a film depicting the enduring love of a family member for a sibling as well as this bittersweet tale. The masterful craftsmanship of everyone involved is blessedly on display in ample abundance. Moving, heartfelt, inspirational & profound with scenes that will stay with you for a long time. Go ahead, treat yourself to a viewing (or several).… Expand
  2. Andrew
    8
    Linda L's review below captures my thoughts, though it's not a "10" to me. The film is all about KST's character's awakening after walling herself off for a couple decades. It's about life unfolding slowly around her as she begins to live. It's about the forbearance of family. The inability to forgive and understand. The callousness of narcissists. About life in general as we live it, with an extraordinary catalytic event at the center of the script. Good stuff, IMO. Enjoyed it.… Expand
  3. JayH.
    7
    Sensitively acted, particularly by Kristin Scott Thomas. Very well written, evenly paced and the characters a so richly developed. Always interesting. Nicely done.… Expand
  4. SteveH
    4
    This is not the movie the crtics would like you to believe. The movie is a a pure character study and acting demonstration by Thomas. The plot and climax are a let down. There are also many unneccesary scenes which makes the film about 30 minutes too long. If you love acting and subtitles, you are in for a treat, otherwise wait for the video.… Expand

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