Amour fou (2. 01. IMDb. Edit. Berlin, the Romantic Era. Young poet Heinrich wishes to conquer the inevitability of death through love, yet is unable to convince his skeptical cousin Marie to join him in a suicide pact.

It is whilst coming to terms with this refusal, ineffably distressed by his cousin's insensitivity to the depth of his feelings, that Heinrich meets Henriette, the wife of a business acquaintance. Heinrich's subsequent offer to the beguiling young woman at first holds scant appeal, that is until Henriette discovers she is suffering from a terminal illness Written by. Cannes Film Festival.

Offering herself as an accomplice in his seductive crimes, the unhinged lovers embark on a deadly odyssey amplified by wild sex, unbridled jealousy, and passionate forays into the dark arts. This smart and gory shocker breathes new life into the lovesick horror genre to serve up a chilling tale of white- hot desperation and terrifying devotion.(C) Music Box.

The movie ultimately has the most value as a showcase for two exceptional performers, the young actresses Henriette Confurius and Hannah Herzsprung. Jessica Hausner’s first step into classicism illustrates, both bluntly and gently, the stultifying trap of male influence.

Directed by Jessica Hausner. With Christian Friedel, Birte Schnoeink, Stephan Grossmann, Sandra Hüller. Berlin, the Romantic Era. Young poet Heinrich wishes to.

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