Des anges et des insectes

Titre original : Angels and Insects

1995
R
1h 56m

ÉVALUATION IMDb

6,8/10

4,9 k

MA NOTE

Mark Rylance in Des anges et des insectes (1995)

After ten years on the Amazon and surviving a shipwreck in which most of his work is lost, naturalist William Adamson, now lacking a home and means of his own, is taken in by his benefactor, Sir Harald Alabaster, who hires William to assist him with the writing of a book, as well as to tutor the younger of the children in residence on his estate. It's good fortune for William, who finds satisfaction in his work, as well as in making the acquaintance of one of Sir Harald's daughters, Eugenia, with whom he quickly becomes enamored. Eugenia, however, is a rather fragile flower, struggling with the inner demons of a dark secret born of unspeakable desires. Despite his best efforts, the shadows that plague Eugenia's soul remain. William, though, is determined to break through her darkness and bring her into the light, but some secrets are better left buried; and before it's over, William may discover more tragedy than he imagined.

Liretrailer1 min 51 s

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35 photos

Costume Drama Period Drama Drama Romance

Ajouter une intrigue dans votre langueIn the 1800s a naturalist marries into a family of British country gentry.In the 1800s a naturalist marries into a family of British country gentry.In the 1800s a naturalist marries into a family of British country gentry.

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ÉVALUATION IMDb

6,8/10

4,9 k

MA NOTE

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Nommé pour 1 oscar
- 2 victoires et 3 nominations au total

Anecdotes
For the proposal scene, Patsy Kensit's dress was sprayed with female sex hormones in order to attract the moths.

Gaffes
In spite of being set in England, we hear the songs and calls of three birds from North America: Red-winged Blackbird, American Robin, and Blue Jay.

Citations
Mr. William Adamson: Whom can I tell that I should not destroy in the telling.

Connexions
Featured in Siskel & Ebert & the Movies: Screamers/Richard III/Bed of Roses/Once Upon a Time When We Were Colored/Angels and Insects (1996)

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9/10

Brilliant film; one of the year's best!

One of the most intricate, well-made films I've seen. The acting is tremendous, the imagery is subtle yet stunning. A film which makes one think of the intricacies of human relationships. The pilgrimage of the hero from the brutal Amazon to "civilized" society which he finds to be anything but civilized in spite of the gorgeous trappings of the upper aristocracy. Highly recommended!