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Critic Pat Brown
rated 8

While there’s much acute pain in Passages, it can also be funny in a way that smacks of self-deprecation.

Read full review at Slant Magazine
Critic David Jenkins
rated 8

...it’s one of Sachs’ most fully-realised and psychologically perceptive works.

Read full review at Little White Lies
Critic Kambole Campbell
rated 8

Anchored by excellent performances from its three intertwined leads, Passages is alternately tender and thorny in its close character study of a narcissist, and as a romantic drama with no winners.

Read full review at Empire
Critic Benjamin Lee
rated 8

Ira Sachs excels with thorny love triangle drama.

Read full review at The Guardian
Critic David Ehrlich
rated 8

...creates a rare tension between the unvarnished immediacy of its cast and the unflinching steadiness with which they’re flattened into the frame.

Read full review at Indie Wire
Critic Jacob Oller
rated 8

A bittersweet reckoning deftly illustrated by a duo on opposite ends of a relationship’s chaotic twists and turns, Passages revels in the fallout of fucking around and finding out.

Read full review at Paste Magazine
Critic Caroline Hainer
rated 6

...filmen illustrerar hur sex kan användas som ett vapen...

Read full review at Sveriges Television
Critic Katarina Emgård
rated 8

Jag överraskas ständigt av berättelsens rättframma ton och den spelar långt ifrån alla klichéer.

Read full review at Moviezine

Cast & Crew

Ira Sachs
Director
Ira Sachs
Writer
Olivier Rabourdin
As Agathe's Father
Ben Whishaw
As Martin
Franz Rogowski
As Tomas
Théo Cholbi
As Jérémie

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Passages is a movie that explores the complexities of love, relationships, and the human experience. It follows the story of Tomas, a German filmmaker living in Paris with his husband Martin, who finds himself drawn to a young woman named Agathe. As Tomas navigates his feelings for Agathe, he must confront the flaws in his relationship with Martin and decide what he truly wants. Meanwhile, Martin begins his own affair with a man named Amad, adding another layer of tension to the already strained dynamic between the three of them. The film takes the audience on a journey of passion, jealousy, and self-discovery, raising questions about the nature of love and the challenges that come with it. Will Tomas choose to pursue a life with Agathe, or will he work to mend his relationship with Martin? Will Martin and Amad's relationship blossom into something more? The film's climax promises to be an emotional rollercoaster as the characters grapple with their desires and confront their fears. Passages features a talented cast, including Franz Rogowski as Tomas Freiburg, Ben Whishaw as Martin, and Adèle Exarchopoulos as Agathe. The film is directed by Iry Sachs, known for her work on films such as "Pachnidło" and "Życia Adeli". With its thought-provoking storyline and exceptional acting, Passages is sure to be a hit with audiences who appreciate complex, character-driven dramas.

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What movies are similar to Passages? Toggle content

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When was Passages released for streaming? Toggle content

Passages was released for streaming on October 20, 2023.