Bel Ami (2012) movie poster

Bel Ami (2012)

"Temptation. Seduction. Obsession."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 62%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 34% (RT: 27%, MC: 42) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
RomanceDrama

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Director
Nick Ormerod, Declan Donnellan
Runtime
1h 42m
Country
Italy, United Kingdom
Language
English
TMDB Rating
5.3/10 (537 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
27%
Metacritic
42
Cast
Robert Pattinson as Georges Duroy
Uma Thurman as Madeleine Forestier
Christina Ricci as Clotilde de Marelle
Kristin Scott Thomas as Virginie Walters
Colm Meaney as Monsieur Rousset
Philip Glenister as Charles Forestier
Holliday Grainger as Suzanne Rousset
Natalia Tena as Rachel the Prostitute
It's divisive. Only 62% of audiences liked it based on 537 votes. Critics scored it lower at 34%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
Georges Duroy travels through 1890s Paris, from cockroach ridden garrets to opulent salons, using his wits and powers of seduction to rise from poverty to wealth, from a prostituteโ€™s embrace to passionate trysts with wealthy beauties, in a world where politics and media jostle for influence, where sex is power and celebrity an obsession. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • Nick Ormerod, Declan Donnellan cited several classic romance films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
  • It remains one of the highest-rated romance films of 2012 among dedicated fans.
  • Robert Pattinson spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
Audience Consensus

Bel Ami is a 2012 romance, drama film directed by Nick Ormerod, Declan Donnellan. Georges Duroy travels through 1890s Paris, from cockroach ridden garrets to opulent salons, using his wits and powers of seduction to rise from poverty to wealth, from a prostituteโ€™s embrace to passionate trysts with wealthy beauties, in a world where politics and media jostle for influence, where sex is power and celebrity an obsession. The film has been rated by 537 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a romance film, Bel Ami delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Bel Ami (2012) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape.

The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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