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kasperlovborg
Kasper Løvborg
rated 9

This was great. I should watch more of Malle's work. 'Oslo, August 31st' by Joachim Trier, based on the same story, is pretty great too.

4 years ago
michaelthomsen
Michael Thomsen
rated 7

OK film, men havde LIDT svært ved at relatere til den unge mand i filmen, det hjalp da jeg så den nutidige norske remake af Tobias Trier "Oslo, 31. august"

3 years ago

Cast & Crew

Louis Malle
Director
Maurice Ronet
As Alain Leroy
Alexandra Stewart
As Solange
Hubert Deschamps
As D'Averseau
Pierre Moncorbier
As Moraine
Romain Bouteille
As Jerome Minville

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Alain Leroy, a former writer and alcoholic, is struggling to find meaning in his life after being treated at a rehabilitation clinic. Despite his cured addiction, he feels disconnected from the world and plans to take his own life. In a final attempt to find solace, he visits his old friends in Paris, but their superficial interactions only deepen his sense of isolation. As the clock ticks down to his planned suicide, Alain begins to question whether he can truly find a reason to keep living. The Fire Within is a poignant and thought-provoking drama that explores themes of loneliness, despair, and the search for meaning in life. With striking cinematography and a powerful performance from the lead actor, this film is a must-see for anyone who has ever struggled with the human condition.

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You can stream The Fire Within on: The Criterion Channel Apple TV

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