The Divide
2021
Drama
1h39
Marie Pascale de Beaugrenier rated ★ 6/10
Vu sur Arte.TV Très fort… Marina Fois est « coup de poing »! Le chaos ds 1 hôpital pdt la crise des gilets jaunes …!
Synopsis
Raf and Julie, a couple on the verge of breaking up, find themselves in an emergency ward bordering on collapse on the evening of a Parisian Yellow Vest protest. Their encounter with Yann, an angry and injured demonstrator, will shatter each person's certainties and prejudices. Outside, the tension escalates.
Community Reviews
Viewers are captivated by 'The Divide', praising its intense, emotionally charged narrative set against a backdrop of societal unrest. The film skillfully blends humor with drama, anchored by strong performances, especially from Aïssatou Diallo Sagna. While it resonates deeply with its portrayal of the hospital crisis and social tensions, some found the chaotic scenes and heightened emotions overwhelming, occasionally bordering on histrionic.
👍 Exceptional acting and a poignant blend of humor and drama.
👎 Some scenes may feel overly chaotic and intense.
