Forbidden fruit in the film "Secret Attraction." Reviews of viewers and critics

The unusual plot of this melodrama in 2013 caused a lot of contradictory responses. The story of two best friends, proven by time and love, taken from the novel by Iranian writer Doris Lessing, is the basis of the film "Secret Attraction." Reviews about it, as well as a number of interesting facts will be considered further.

Normal start

It seemed that this picture was to become an ordinary among the many others that appear on the screens every year. Director Anna Fontaine, who managed to become famous for her subtle dramatic and often erotic works, wrote an adapted script. The budget was average by Hollywood standards, and it was not required to do more on the plot. What happened as a result of the film "Secret Attraction"? Reviews of the audience divided into two fronts. Why - try to find out.

First perception

The premiere of melodrama took place at the Sundance Film Festival. The first assessments of the critics reflected the essence of the film itself. It's amazing scenic landscapes (it's worth giving credit to the creators who have successfully chosen a place for filming), and love scenes, without which it is difficult to imagine such a creation. Together they are joined by nature: they say, the relationship is subject to a physiological call, they often have a ban, but they are always natural.

What is the secret attraction? The content of the film is understandable and accessible, on the other hand, it is original and atypical. Two old friends who knew each other since childhood, experienced the hardships of life together. In the summer they retired to a small house standing on a plunge of a rock. Rose and Lil harmoniously combine work with rest. Fresh air, clear sea water, a pleasant company give rise to a sense of calm and peace.

Together with them rest their sons-odnodki. Sporty, smart, they evoke feelings ... arousal in adult women. Girlfriends do not look at their sons, but on strangers. It turns out that each of them has long liked the son of a friend, but no one can decide to admit it. Over time, the mysteries of the love quadrangle break out ...

Difficulty of relations

Indeed, the film "Secret Attraction" raised a very delicate topic. The relationship of a young guy with a 40-year-old woman, framed by light eroticism, is able to destroy the habitual way of life of each of the four characters. In addition, Ian and Tom now feel the discomfort in their relationship, because they, like friends, have to make a choice. How to build a life in such a difficult situation?

Many viewers will say that it was necessary to think about the consequences earlier. The film "Secret Attraction" is a perfect example for thinking about the mistakes made. The authors of the film dive deeply into the problem at hand, pulling out a lot of details and nuances on the surface. For what boundaries should not you go? Which of the heroes can (or should) be justified, and whom - to condemn? What if for Roses and Leal such a relationship represents a chance to feel again desirable, again loved? After all, not one of them is ready to lose happiness, but circumstances make it difficult to make a difficult choice.

Seasoned with provocation

Like the films recognized by the majority of viewers, it is difficult to express an unambiguous opinion with regard to the film "Secret Attraction". Reviews of critics, who do not miss the opportunity to savor a delicate topic, tend to believe that the original genre orientation was completely different. And it is true, as Anna Fontaine later admitted, she represented the picture with a provocative drama written off from a female novel by Doris Lessing. The result was a family movie with a whole chain of topics: sexual attraction (many called it the "exchange of bodies"), experiences of middle age, knowledge of the pleasures of intimacy with those who are more experienced, the agony of life burdened by previous marriages, and, of course, the problem Choice as the final conclusion. On the other hand, what prevents the pompous testosterone Tom and Jan from finding a partner of his age? Fortunately, the film clearly shows that the forbidden novel was only a temporary piece, when one of the guys would look at the mouth-watering forms of a young girl.

Not sex, but drama

The painting "Secret Attraction" (2013) will find its place among similar films. In this case, the line between drama and eroticism will not disappear anywhere. In general, "Attraction ..." hides the intensity of the passions, leaving only those few scenes with the shown pleasure and attempts between the acts of love to talk about the future to the viewer. Sexual taboo is not a primary message, it only complements the thinking about the forbidden fruit. Many viewers saw in the history of the heroines sadness from the time spent, and therefore fresh emotions seem to them almost a saving circle in the waters of monotony.

Hearts of the Four, or How to Dismiss Life

What other impressions did the painting "Secret Attraction" leave? Reviews of those viewers who did not like it, called the outset of a related love relationship the main intrigue, which originally really wanted to see. At some point, there is a reluctance to empathize with the heroes, because they themselves drove themselves into a narrow framework.

The sea, the sun, picturesque beauty and endless sand - a small world in which the four characters settled themselves. They do not want (maybe, are afraid?) To become part of something bigger, believing that it is possible to spend the rest of their life here. Consistency gives rise to boredom, and then - the inevitable desire to be in other people's embraces. And since no one is around, these "embraces" are those whom you have known for many years. At the same time, each of the four manifests indecision, selfishness and narcissism, often going on about instincts, rather than consistent decisions related to their own future. Definitely, for many viewers, a "Secret attraction" will become a good opportunity to reflect on yourself.

The actors of the love quartet

With the same perception of the performers of the main roles, I do not want to single out someone from them separately. According to critics, each of the actors perfectly coped with the task. Zavier Samuel and James Freshvill, who have already shown themselves in other films, are represented by the handsome athletes, who delight the spectators with constantly naked torsos. But Naomi Watts and Robin Wright, the leading dramatic actresses in the land of dreams, did not take full advantage of her talent. Why? Yes, it just was not required! To a greater extent, they created an artificial image with monotonous actions and actions. In their heroines there is no real love, and in some episodes, secret intent and personal calculation are clearly manifested. Is it worth talking about the seriousness of the relationship? No. Exclusively passion and nothing else.

Doubt, watch "Secret Attraction" (2013) or should not you waste time? The choice is yours. But if you want to see how the attraction to the forbidden fruit is born, and also to find out whether the once real friends will be able to regain their former friendship, watch this film. Simple dramatic upheavals, coupled with a light eroticism will make you plunge into the sea of passions.