Titane
Neon | Release Date: October 1, 2021
6.5
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MovieRiffingOct 1, 2021
From the opening scene, Titane continuously doubles down on its own outrageous absurdity until it suddenly pulls back. You go from watching a thriller, to body horror, to something that has a lot to say about what it means to be family.From the opening scene, Titane continuously doubles down on its own outrageous absurdity until it suddenly pulls back. You go from watching a thriller, to body horror, to something that has a lot to say about what it means to be family. Specifically, what it means to be family in action, not just by blood or oil. Titane somehow addresses gender fluidity, the role of parents to support and accept, the male ego slipping as bodies and testosterone age away, and the opportunity to choose a family not given to you by birth all while bombarding the screen with gore and squirm inducing violence. You find you cannot look away from these disturbing images partly because of how beautifully Titane presents them and partly because they all have something to say. Even though the film may retreat too far from its own deliriousness in the second half, it comes speeding back just in time for a finale that will have you guessing until its last push. Strap in because Titane is one hell of a ride.… Expand
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AJ_13Oct 19, 2021
Visceral, provocative and shocking yet poetic. Greatly acted, beautifully shot, and well written. Definitely not for everyone.
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LumdogOct 25, 2021
To say this movie is weird is an understatement. It's a strange body horror / human drama combination of genres thats surprisingly executed quite well. I loved the acting performances and the cinematography. The premise is strange, but I wasTo say this movie is weird is an understatement. It's a strange body horror / human drama combination of genres thats surprisingly executed quite well. I loved the acting performances and the cinematography. The premise is strange, but I was always interested to see how the story was going to unfold. Beware, this film definitely won't be for everyone, but for lovers of cinema I think it's worth checking out.… Expand
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8
theredskyOct 24, 2021
A massively uncomfortable film that is still powerful with its emotions. The subject matter and visuals the film shows are internationally EXTREMLY uncomfortable. I felt myself squirming and not feeling right after watching this film whichA massively uncomfortable film that is still powerful with its emotions. The subject matter and visuals the film shows are internationally EXTREMLY uncomfortable. I felt myself squirming and not feeling right after watching this film which has not happened in a long time but the way the film uses it’s stellar sound design to make you uncomfortable adds to this story of family and accepting others even though our protagonist is a horrible person. The performances and direction here are some of the best of the year with Vincent Lindon being the standout here. He gives an Oscar worthy performances. His wide range of emotions and how his character interacts with our protagonist is powerful and terrifying to watch. I really hope he isn’t snubbed during this year’s award season. The cinematography is pretty great at points with several shots looking absolutely phenomenal. The shots add to this powerful story and even add to the sense of uneasiness especially the final shot. The music while definitely being a weak aspect is still pretty great towards the ending with the final piece sealing the deal with the emotion of it. As much as I would like to recommend this, it’s hard to with how uncomfortable in makes you and I could definitely see some getting physically sick after watching it.… Expand
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TVJerryOct 7, 2021
Julia Ducournau’s first film was Raw, which was about a vegetarian who develops a taste for raw meat. It established Ducournau as a writer/director with a unique sensibility. This time, Agathe Rousselle plays an exotic dancer who becomesJulia Ducournau’s first film was Raw, which was about a vegetarian who develops a taste for raw meat. It established Ducournau as a writer/director with a unique sensibility. This time, Agathe Rousselle plays an exotic dancer who becomes impregnated by a Cadillac and things only get more bizarre from there. Being French, there are lingering shots and introspective moments, in addition to plentiful nudity and moments of violence. Thru all the upended expectations, there’s a tender core with a compelling relationship. Since it’s undeniably twisted and extreme, some will be intrigued, while others will be turned off. BTW, the title is French for titanium, which is reflected in the implant she receives after a car accident… Expand
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bertobellamyDec 3, 2021
I liked 'Raw,' but not that much, and I think it happened again with 'Titane.' I mean, this is almost everything I expected it to be, but I felt a little underwhelmed by the end. What didn't convince me was Alexia's psychopathy: what was theI liked 'Raw,' but not that much, and I think it happened again with 'Titane.' I mean, this is almost everything I expected it to be, but I felt a little underwhelmed by the end. What didn't convince me was Alexia's psychopathy: what was the reason for it? Still, the acting and the body horror are truly something to behold. And, whatever you do, go see it spoiler-free.… Expand
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JeBjBoMar 13, 2022
I was blown away by this! Ducournau's "Titane" might be the best film of 2021 for me.
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seabassreviewsDec 22, 2021
trying to review or analyze this movie will turn your brain into soup, what the **** did I just watch. French filmmakers are wild af
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9
n3wmo0nsNov 25, 2021
it´s a weird movie but still good!
i love Agathe Roussele´s performance so much
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Lucyp_12Nov 25, 2021
everytime i think about this movie my first thought is: wtf. in a good way ofc, i really like this one.
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10
ChanekeCholoDec 13, 2021
- Review before have seen an explanation -

This film shows us a surreal and strange world, but with a graceful way of handling the script and a colossal staging. Undoubtedly that this was so unnerving and alluring, both performances and- Review before have seen an explanation -

This film shows us a surreal and strange world, but with a graceful way of handling the script and a colossal staging. Undoubtedly that this was so unnerving and alluring, both performances and technical / practical field.
An indie film in the right hands manifests the biggest quality of the director to make appear a short budget film to a big budget film. It takes liberty of doesn't explain us some important plot gaps, but you don't need at all, because it's intriguing enough and it's totally unforgettable.

- Review after have seen an explanation -

Now I confirm that this film doesn't need an explanation, all it did was open my eyes a little more, because the representation of some ideas like redemption, affection and a pretty weird way kindliness is obvious now that I think about it and that gives all the meaning to the film.… Expand
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9
Sono_MomoFeb 5, 2022
An accurate and strong film but with a relatively weak characterization; Especially in relation to Alexia's character.
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9
kirkenderOct 6, 2021
This film is so freaking cool. I don't know how to describe it, and I also cannot say what kind of person would enjoy it, but I love it. The actors performances are absolutely stellar, truly I haven't seen anything this compelling in aThis film is so freaking cool. I don't know how to describe it, and I also cannot say what kind of person would enjoy it, but I love it. The actors performances are absolutely stellar, truly I haven't seen anything this compelling in a decade. The flow and vibes are so entertaining and the narrative is so gripping that you will be glued to the screen well after the credits roll. Throw away your expectations and get wrapped up in it.… Expand
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JLuis_001Oct 6, 2021
Titane, from the flaming Palm d'Or winner Julia Ducournau, it's a story about identity that unfortunately shows too many plot cracks and narrative inconsistencies that tries to cover by trying to shock the viewer as much as possible.

I'm notTitane, from the flaming Palm d'Or winner Julia Ducournau, it's a story about identity that unfortunately shows too many plot cracks and narrative inconsistencies that tries to cover by trying to shock the viewer as much as possible.

I'm not saying the attempt is bad, but in my opinion I could hardly say that I found something memorable in it.
I questioned a bit how Julia Ducournau won the most prestigious award at Cannes, although ultimately that's irrelevant if the film would have some sort of legacy in the coming months.
After all, it was released in mid-July in France and I hardly see people talking about it anymore. The comparisons with Cronenberg, and even with Lynch will be numerous and have grounds to be so.
I can't deny Titane does offers some interesting moments, because frankly I think its ultimate value has more to do with entertainment than what it actually seems to be trying to say.
And those attributes are not bad, I liked the style, but the lack of substance is inevitably questionable.

Part of me is a little undecided as to how much of the film seeks to be confrontational and how much of it seeks to be enlightening.
I question this because crudity is defining in this film, and everything leads to a climax that at that point feels even a bit tamed, since at that point, after everything you've seen so far, you're already desensitized, and the payoff isn't remotely gargantuan or brutal.
It's simply the closure that it has been building since the plot lets you know that this is where it's going.
And that's precisely the problem, because what you have seen until then makes you believe that it will be something that will make you tremble, and it doesn't happen like that.

Because as it occurred with Raw, you end up talking more about the images that shocked you, rather than the underlying themes that the movie also presents, and while that's not necessarily a bad thing, they also make it clear that unless you don't make noise somehow, people won't turn their heads to look at you, and Titane, even with the things I liked, was more noise than content.… Expand
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JdankDec 20, 2021
This is the best movie of 2021 hands down. You will not see a movie like it. She put out Raw (2016) which was an amazing movie and Titane is even better.
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9
LeonVitaliOct 10, 2021
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Presented at the Cannes Film Festival 2021, the second film by Julia Ducournau,
that we remember her for having made her debut with “Raw”, returns tto the Cinema with very strong objectives and sensational claims.
Alexia, after a severe car accident, survives thanks to a piece of titanium
that is grafted into her skull: from infancy we pass to youth, where
we see that the little girl, now grown up (and still with the "trademark"
on the skull), works as a sexy presenter of dilapidated cars: herself,
made up partly of titanium pieces, it's a hybrid, just like a car.
Alexia, however, has not been the same since the accident, and this can be seen very well
from the splendid scene in which he observes his father in the hospital (typical look
Kubrickian), as he said to him “Now here's who I am thanks to you: a monster. "
SPOILER ALERT!!!
With the passing of the years, therefore, represses all the anger, until, during one
after-work night, it explodes, and engages the highest gear, killing anyone it does
you can find in its radius, on the notes of Caterina Caselli: it is not over, however, returning to house, after having washed herself from the dirty murder, she decides to have sex with a car, which after knocking on her door, seduces her to coitus.
Cold and merciless in its action, just like a hybrid engine, after several
escapes and ways not to be recognized, find refuge with a firefighter, with
obvious problems of loneliness, which find in her the perfect girl to be able to
fill that void.
“It doesn't matter who you are, I don't even want to know. ”She tells him during one
scene the father to the alleged daughter, after having discovered the harsh truth.
A ruthless, raw film without any kind of filter in showing what it is
intends to demonstrate: lack of affection, unstable relationships, more loneliness
extreme that finds hope even in a murderer, the creation of a monster, after which the final revelation.
The protagonist is very great, who with a few lines, paints a portrait of
character to perfection, making human what is actually titanium, therefore
the opposite.
Perfectly in tune with Agathe Rousselle, we find a Vincent Lindon in
excellent form, which gives us one of his best interpretations, managing to
make us understand the pain of a father who, in order not to be alone, welcomes
a murderer in his house.
Direction of the film excellent, different from the mostly static direction of “Raw”, with
many hand-held camera scenes, pumped by these neon lights that sometimes
they hit the viewer like a fist, while others caress him softly, on the notes of “The Zombies”.
A historic moment also for the Cinema: from “The Piano”, where a splendid one
Jane Campion won the Palme d'Or, up to "Titane", the opposite: two
magnificent portraits, which although different (just like the water of the spectacular
scenes from the Campion and the blazing expanses in which Vincent Lindon finds himself),
they give something extra to the cinema, and for this we thank them infinitely
both.… Expand
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7
paltareinaNov 5, 2021
not as good as Raw, but a new Julia Ducournau movie is always welcome. also, vincent lindon is really good in this
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WdwireOct 15, 2021
Omgggg, I love this movie. At first, when I saw it, I juggled with what I'd just seen, but now I haven't been able to stop thinking about it. I am a huge horror fan and delighted to report that Titane falls into the French Extreme category.Omgggg, I love this movie. At first, when I saw it, I juggled with what I'd just seen, but now I haven't been able to stop thinking about it. I am a huge horror fan and delighted to report that Titane falls into the French Extreme category. The premise is such a great idea. I won't say another word so as not to spoil. I wish there were more of this movie. The director is an answered prayer. If you haven't seen Raw, go now.… Expand
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BarrowBeaconNov 2, 2021
Fearless film-making, and funnier and more intimate than I was expecting, but I guess I missed how feral Raw felt. Still, undoubtedly one of the year's best.
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DSENOct 9, 2021
I’m still processing this film but I knew immediately after watching it that it was an essential work. I left the theater in pure awe of what was on display. It was a true work of art that is so rare these days. If it’s playing at a theatreI’m still processing this film but I knew immediately after watching it that it was an essential work. I left the theater in pure awe of what was on display. It was a true work of art that is so rare these days. If it’s playing at a theatre near you please take the time out of your schedule and let it work it’s magic on you. 10/10… Expand
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aurora1Sep 27, 2022
The first time I watched TITANE by director Julia Ducournau I didn't like it - I was disturbed by the killing of innocent people, therefore I couldn't empathise with the protagonist. But then the movie grew on me, and I loved it. It's justThe first time I watched TITANE by director Julia Ducournau I didn't like it - I was disturbed by the killing of innocent people, therefore I couldn't empathise with the protagonist. But then the movie grew on me, and I loved it. It's just magnificent, there is so much sweetness despite all the horror Alexia is immersed in. The movie ultimately is about the redemption brought by love. And what a soundtrack! True masterpieces stay with you, no matter how much you disliked them in the beginning.… Expand
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MrJPrimeJul 13, 2022
Ummmm
OK
Interesting acting, odd story with poor pacing, I don't know if it's good or not to be honest.
Now.... The ending makes absolutely no sense at all. Hell the whole movie makes no sense. Then again neither does tetsuo soooo there is that lol
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CarlElmoreNov 24, 2022
It's definitely very weird but the performances and story is very good with some amazing sound design.
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Glic2003Dec 23, 2022
I'm a big fan of this director's previous film, Raw, but Titane didn't really work for me. There were just too many ridiculous moments that took me out of the experience. The performances and cinematography were excellent again, but theI'm a big fan of this director's previous film, Raw, but Titane didn't really work for me. There were just too many ridiculous moments that took me out of the experience. The performances and cinematography were excellent again, but the plot felt very thin and very random. Check it out if you're looking for something VERY unconventional.… Expand
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