"Madame Ida" is a 2024 Danish drama film marking the feature debut of director and writer Jacob Møller. Set in the early 1950s, the narrative follows 15-year-old Cecilia, an orphan who becomes pregnant due to an assault by the orphanage warden. To conceal the pregnancy, she is sent to live with Ida, a woman desperate to adopt, residing in an isolated mansion with her lifelong maid, Alma. During her stay, a unique bond forms among the three women, offering solace from their individual loneliness and desires. However, the arrival of the baby disrupts their harmonious existence, leading to unforeseen challenges.
Themes:
Longing for Love and Affection: Explores the lengths individuals will go to attain love and connection.
Female Solidarity: Highlights the bonds formed between women across different generations and social backgrounds.
Isolation and Society's Expectations: Examines the impact of societal norms on personal choices and the isolation stemming from non-conformity.
Awards & Nominations:
At the 42nd Torino Film Festival, "Madame Ida" received critical acclaim, with Flora Ofelia Hofmann Lindahl winning the Best Actress award for her portrayal of Cecilia.
Critical Reception:
The film has been praised for its atmospheric storytelling and strong performances. Bo Tao Michaëlis of Filmmagasinet Ekko described it as "a thought-provoking and uniquely watchable film about three women's tragic fate in the 1950s."
Bjarke Friis Kristensen of Filmskribenten highlighted the film's "engaging trio" and "visually fascinating" presentation.
Box Office Performance:
As of now, specific box office figures for "Madame Ida" are not publicly available.
Reviews on Cinema Sites:
On Letterboxd, the film holds an average rating of 3.5 out of 5, indicating generally positive audience reception.
Production Company:
Zentropa Entertainments
Distributor:
Nordisk Film Distribution A/S
Link IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt32765069/
Link Review: https://cineuropa.org/en/newsdetail/470969/
About movie: https://trustnordisk.com/movie/madame-ida
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