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Satin Rouge (2002)
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Reviews Counted:47
Fresh:39
Rotten:8
Average Rating:6.9/10
Consensus: Abbass shines at the center of this sensuous and vibrant film.
Theatrical Release:Aug 23, 2002 Limited
Synopsis: Raja Amari's first feature length film SATIN ROUGE is a meditation on the transformative powers of self-expression. Lilia (Hiam Abbass) is a widowed Tunisian housewife, tired of living in the... [More]
Starring: Hiam Abbass, Hend El Fahem, Maher Kamoun, Monia Hichri
Director: Raja Amari
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Reviews for Satin Rouge
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A daring drama that addresses how a wanton woman copes with a strict social structure that would deny her any outlet for her animalistic urges. Full Review |
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A celebration of unintellectualized joy and the discovery of life. Full Review |
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Bellydancing, with its ancient roots and links to fertility rituals, is a colourful and physical expression of life forces that Lilia has to rediscover. Full Review |
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3/4 |
Leading a double life in an American film only comes to no good, but not here. Matters play out realistically if not always fairly. Full Review |
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3/4 |
Though the path to self-assurance may seem a little dubious, you can't knock it too hard. After all, it worked for Lilia. And it worked for Amari. Full Review |
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An odd but alluring convergence of melodrama and fable. Full Review |
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Though far from perfect -- the film is predictable -- Satin Rouge is a refreshing view of a foreign culture. Full Review |
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The biggest problem with Satin Rouge is Lilia herself. She's a cipher, played by an actress who smiles and frowns but doesn't reveal an inner life. Full Review |
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It's a weepy, nail-biting story line that's all too familiar, although Abbass portrays her character with strong conviction and carries the film gracefully. Full Review |
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This Cinderella story is not new, but director Raja Amari makes the scenes in the club so vibrant and lush that we feel what it's like for Lilia to be there. Full Review |
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There are many scenes of belly dancing, pure pleasure to watch. Full Review |
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Sexy and romantic. Full Review |
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Part of the charm of Satin Rouge is that it avoids the obvious with humour and lightness. Full Review |
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A fascinating examination of the joyous, turbulent self-discovery made by a proper, middle-aged woman. Full Review |
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