Allure

  • 2018


MOVIE IS beautiful exemplary uncomfortable inappropriate intriguing
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63 %
46 % Rotten
$ 0 Million
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Positive Reviews 17
Negative reviews 9
Average Rating 3.0/5
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2.5
But it takes a better movie than this to justify exploiting the sight of the child like Stone being pawed by the ravenous Wood, even if her character .. Rogerebert
2.0
Despite its stellar performances, this feels like a psychological drama without much basis in actual human psychology. The Guardian
1.9
Throughout Allure, Wood and Stone have a natural chemistry together that brings a feverish and unsettling intensity to their characters tumultuous rel ..
1.5
That consideration, which might be a bad faith one to begin with, becomes moot well before this grim cinematic exercise ends. The New York Times
3.0
Deeply unsettling, but ultimately unsatisfying psychological drama that over manipulates its specious situation.
2.5
The drama is memorable but often feels grimly unpleasant rather than moving. The Globe And Mail
3.1
The screenplay doesnt rise to the level of the behind the camera craftmanship or the acting. ReelViews
2.0
A Cambodian Spring 15, 126 mins Boeung Kak, in the Cambodian capital, Phnom Penh, used to be mostly lake.Then the government leased land to developmen .. The Times
3.0
Yes, this is a movie about abuse, in which all characters are twisted with guilt and all relationships are defined by emotional The Times
3.5
Ultimately, Allure is a two person dramaits not hard to imagine it as a stage piece in which parents and other secondary characters are present only i .. Film Journal
3.0
A weak shrug of an ending leaves an interesting film feeling less than satisfying. Flim List
4.5
As a directorial debut from photographers Carlos and Jason Sanchez, Allure is an auspicious first project.This drama/thriller is an intricate emotiona .. Film Inquiry
4.5
Its plain that this situation cant end well.This is one of those films that translates a little awkwardly between the US and the UK, with differing ag .. Eye For Film
4.0
Now suppose that it is made of the best materials by the finest artisans, masters of their crafts.Every texture and color is refined and beautiful. Flim Threet
4.0
Discombobulating doesnt begin to cover the central relationships sly transition from inappropriate friendship to full blown Misery kidnap, before swer .. The Irish Times
2.0
So if you can withstand the whole soul crushing feature, youll probably be glad you stuck it out.If glad is an emotion you can still feel afterward. The Play List
2.0
But the Sanchezes script telegraphs every plot development and makes a crucial error in perspective by focusing on Laura instead of Eva. Now Toronto
2.0
Allure is an intriguing, stylishly visualised neo noir, but in the end, has neither the depth as a psychological drama, nor the suspense of a thriller .. Cine Vue
3.0
Allure sets itself up to be an erotic thriller, but is all the better for avoiding cheap bunny boiler tropes, and instead focusing on character. Lw Lies
2.5
Its a valiant effort overall but its also one that requires further plumbing of depths to truly pull off what is being attempted here. Straight
3.0
We watch in horror as Eva attempts to leave, or has the opportunity to leave several timesbut doesnt, for reasons left unspoken, but deeply felt. The Mary Sue
4.5
Bad love comes in several varieties in this thriller about a woman whose relationship with a teenager has dire consequences. Film Journal International ..
2.5
A dark drama about a sexual predator is never an easy thing to watch. National Post
3.0
While its impossible to recommend this blisteringly dark film across the board (I think you can tell if it fits your mood or taste), it does haunt, re .. Original Cin
1.0
A minor chord score underlines the overwrought drama, offering no relief from the deeply unpleasant story. Richard Crouse
4.0
Allure is a dark and intense relationship thriller that keeps the viewer on their toes. The Hollywood News
5.0
What is missing here is any kind of female perspective behind the lens. Cinemacy
2.5
I was expecting to be moved by the film, but instead I found myself often uncomfortable. Icky. Yes, the lead character is not very likeable (despite t .. Orcasound
1.5
Despite Allure not living up to its title, it still features exemplary performances by its leading actresses and colorful cinematography that elevate ..
4.0
Allure is no easy film.Like its troubled protagonist, it is both captivating and distressing. Gay City News
4.0
Beautiful yet unflinching in its depiction of abuse, Allure is a strange but provocative movie that grips viewers by the throat and pulls them straigh .. The Upcoming



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