A silent actress and her nurse merge identities in a cerebral, intimate drama of melancholy and surreal atmosphere.
A full-attention watch that takes its time. Emotionally it is devastating.
Streaming on Max.
There is no US rating to lean on, so here is what we tagged: moderate sex and nudity.
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A young nurse, Alma, is put in charge of Elisabeth Vogler: an actress who is seemingly healthy in all respects, but will not talk. As they spend time together, Alma speaks to Elisabeth constantly, never receiving any answer.
It leaves the ending open to interpretation.
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