Alice et Martin (2000)
62%RT Audience Score: 48%
Awards & Nominations: NA
Alice and Martin is a film that is as complex as it is captivating. The neurotic intensity of Techine’s characters is masterfully portrayed, with Binoche’s performance as the dark and obstinate Alice being a standout. The love story between two emotionally damaged outsiders is both involving and powerful, with Techine’s direction and the superb performances of the cast making every moment feel authentic. While some may find the romance between Alice and Martin unconvincing, the film’s ability to find drama in the everyday moments of human interaction is a testament to Téchiné’s skill as a director. Overall, Alice and Martin is a masterful film that is not to be missed.
Alice and Martin is a movie about two emotionally damaged people who fall in love, but don’t quite convince the audience that their romance is real. However, the film is shot and edited with crisp flair, and the neurotic intensity of the characters keeps you engaged. Plus, who doesn’t love a committed performance from Juliette Binoche? Overall, it’s a somber film that might not be for everyone, but it’s worth a watch if you’re in the mood for a love story with a bit of an edge.
Production Company(ies)
Miramax, A Band Apart Jersey Films,
Distributor
USA Films, October Films
Release Type
Filming Location(s)
Grenada
MPAA / Certificate
Rated R for a scene of sexuality and language
Year of Release
1998
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Color:Color
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Sound mix:DTS Dolby Digital
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Aspect ratio:1.66 : 1
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Runtime:2h 10m
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Language(s):French, Spanish, German, English
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Country of origin:United States
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Release date:Release Date (Theaters): Aug 30, 1998 Wide
Genre(s)
Drama
Keyword(s)
starring Juliette Binoche, Alexis Loret, Carmen Maura, Mathieu Amalric, Pierre Maguelon, Jeremy Kreikenmeyer, directed by André Téchiné, written by Olivier Assayas, Gilles Taurand, André Téchiné, drama, R rating, box office gross $498.1K, produced by Alain Sarde, reviewed by Lisa Schwarzbaum, David Ansen, Jonathan Holland, Jonathan Rosenbaum, Andrew Sarris, Wally Hammond, Howard Feinstein, Michael Dequina, Ken Fox, Cole Smithey, Alice and Martin, French language, fashion model, Paris, pregnancy, repression, inner turmoil, romantic fulfillment, half brother, fiery roommate, tumultuous upbringing, emotional damage, neurotic intensity, masterful direction, basic emotions, unexpected directions, crisp flair, dark obstinate passion, involving love story, emotionally damaged outsiders, powerful performances, drama in everyday moments, committed performances, heartening proof, somber film, excellent cast, redeeming qualities
Worldwide gross: $500,896
Worldwide gross (inflation-adjusted): $919,215
Worldwide gross ranking (inflation-adjusted): 2,614
Worldwide tickets sold (est.): 100,242
US/Canada gross: NA
US/Canada gross (inflation-adjusted): NA
US/Canada gross ranking (inflation-adjusted): NA
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US/Canada opening weekend (inflation-adjusted): NA
US/Canada opening weekend ranking (inflation-adjusted): NA
Budget and Earnings Details
Production budget (est.): NA
Production budget (inflation-adjusted): NA
Production budget ranking: NA
Marketing and distribution budget (inflation-adjusted est.): NA
Box office net earnings to date (inflation-adjusted est.): NA
ROI to date (est.): NA
ROI ranking: NA
Alexis Loret – Martin Sauvagnac
Carmen Maura – Jeanine Sauvagnac
Mathieu Amalric – Benjamin Sauvagnac
Pierre Maguelon – Victor Sauvagnac
Jeremy Kreikenmeyer – Martin – Child
Director(s)
André Téchiné
Writer(s)
Olivier Assayas, Gilles Taurand, André Téchiné
Producer(s)
Alain Sarde
Film Festivals
Awards & Nominations
NA
Academy Awards
All Critics (45) | Top Critics (19) | Fresh (28) | Rotten (17)
September 7, 2011 | Rating: C+
Lisa Schwarzbaum
Entertainment Weekly
TOP CRITIC
Shot and edited with crisp flair, Alice and Martin keeps flying off in unexpected directions, anchored by Binoche’s dark, obstinate passion.
March 31, 2008
David Ansen
Newsweek
TOP CRITIC
An involving love story between two emotionally damaged outsiders.
March 3, 2008
Jonathan Holland
Variety
TOP CRITIC
The sheer neurotic intensity of Techine’s characters — characteristically stretching both backward and forward in time, as in a Faulkner novel–holds one throughout, as does Techine’s masterful direction and many of the other performances.
March 3, 2008
Jonathan Rosenbaum
Chicago Reader
TOP CRITIC
Alice and Martin is not to be missed, particularly in this endless lull of summer.
April 27, 2007
Andrew Sarris
Observer
TOP CRITIC
For all the increasing sophistication of Tchin’s technique, the emotions he deals with are basic, and all the more powerful for it.
February 9, 2006
Wally Hammond
Time Out
TOP CRITIC
Masterful.
May 24, 2022
Howard Feinstein
The Advocate
Binoche and newcomer Loret give committed performances, but Alice and Martin’s romance is never completely convincing.
January 8, 2010 | Rating: 2.5/4
Michael Dequina
TheMovieReport.com
This staid, somber film is heartening proof that what doesn’t kill us might indeed make us stronger.
March 3, 2008 | Rating: 3/4
Ken Fox
TV Guide
Andre Téchiné extracts superb performances and finds drama in the everyday moments of human interaction.
March 3, 2008
Film4 Staff
Film4
October 21, 2007 | Rating: 4/5
Cole Smithey
ColeSmithey.com
An excellent cast goes far to redeem >Alice and Martin.
March 1, 2007
Bruce Feld
Film Journal International…
Plot
At the age of 20, Martin leaves his home town and comes to Paris, where he fortunately becomes a model by chance. He meets Alice, his brother’s friend, and falls in love with her. They start a passionate relationship, although Martin remains very mysterious about his past and the reasons why he left his family. But when Alice tells him she’s pregnant, he is suddenly almost driven to madness, as his past comes back to his mind. Alice will now do anything she can to help him.
Trivia
Goofs / Tidbits
There is no goofy or funny or odd comment about the film Alice and Martin on Fresh Kernels.
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