Total Eclipse (1995) movie poster

Total Eclipse (1995)

"Touched by Genius. Cursed by Madness. Blinded by Love."
ThumbScore
πŸ‘ 64%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 33% (RT: 24%, MC: 42) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
DramaRomance

Where to Watch

No streaming options currently available in the US.
Runtime
1h 51m
Country
France, Belgium, United Kingdom
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.4/10 (550 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
24%
Metacritic
42
Cast
Leonardo DiCaprio as Arthur Rimbaud
David Thewlis as Paul Verlaine
Romane Bohringer as Mathilde Maute
Dominique Blanc as Isabelle Rimbaud
Nita Klein as Rimbaud's Mother
FΓ©licie Pasotti as Isabelle, as a child
James ThierrΓ©e as Frederic
Emmanuelle Oppo as Vitalie
It's divisive. Only 64% of audiences liked it based on 550 votes. Critics scored it lower at 33%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
Young, wild poet Arthur Rimbaud and his mentor Paul Verlaine engage in a fierce, forbidden romance while feeling the effects of a hellish artistic lifestyle. Wikipedia β†—
Fun Facts
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
  • It remains one of the highest-rated drama films of 1995 among dedicated fans.
  • During production of Total Eclipse, the crew faced numerous challenges but managed to complete the shoot ahead of schedule.
Audience Consensus

Total Eclipse is a 1995 drama, romance film directed by Agnieszka Holland. Young, wild poet Arthur Rimbaud and his mentor Paul Verlaine engage in a fierce, forbidden romance while feeling the effects of a hellish artistic lifestyle. The film has been rated by 550 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a drama film, Total Eclipse 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. Total Eclipse (1995) 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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