Don't Look Back (2009) Ne te retourne pas (original title): After Jeanne -- a married mother of two -- starts to notice strange changes in her body, she finds a photograph that leads her on a journey to Italy. There, the rapidly transforming woman begins to learn more about her true identity. (5.9)
Director: Marina de Van
Writers: Marina de Van
Stars: Sophie Marceau, Monica Bellucci and Andrea Di Stefano
Language: French and Italian (w/ English subtitles)
This movies has a simple story idea turned into a psychological thriller, and it is presented in an intriguing way to keep the audience guessing at every turn. Great acting by both leading actresses, portraying a woman losing her mind, without being melodramatic. Perhaps it is worth viewing the movie a second time to understand the intricate use of props to tell part of the story. I liked the use of visual ques given as changes in appearance for the changing psychological state. Watching it without knowing much about the storyline is best as it forces you to think and pay attention to every detail. My Rating: 7.5
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