A Tale of Love and Desire
Distrib Films | Release Date (Streaming): March 11, 2022 CRITIC SCORE DISTRIBUTION
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The Hollywood ReporterLovia GyarkyeMar 11, 2022
It’s easy to capture the frenzy of a new fling or the seductive meeting of two bodies; what’s more difficult, and what A Tale of Love and Desire does quite well, is study the inner tensions that accompany early sexual experiences — when the heart, mind and body refuse to be in sync — without becoming overly cerebral. Read full review
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Screen DailyLee MarshallMar 11, 2022
Bouzid’s film is also warm, passionate and sexy in a well-read kind of way – a surefire route to wider arthouse acceptance. Read full review
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Los Angeles TimesCarlos AguilarMar 11, 2022
Throughout, we share in Farah’s frustration, as Ahmed’s behavior suffocates the film, exponentially raising the necessity for a narrative catharsis. And in that regard, the director’s intent is effective, given that she waits until the very end to provide this release. Read full review
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