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A bereft filmmaker asks a series of women to pose nude for his camera in this striking and moody short film by Belgium's Olivier Smolders. The silent encounters act as counterpoint to a contemplative internal monologue musing on love, loss and the subtle power-plays of aversion and desire underway in an atmosphere pervaded by an irresistible erotic gloom. Filmed in a lustrous black and white, the themes explored find their perfect compliment in the stark, fascinated, all-embracing gaze of the camera. - Robert Avila
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How long is The Lover?
The Lover has a runtime of 26m ( and 26 minutes).
Who directed The Lover?
The Lover was directed by Olivier Smolders and released in 1996.
Who stars in The Lover?
The cast of The Lover includes Yves Degen, Catherine Grosjean, Éric Pauwels, Mélanie Rullier.
What is the TMDB rating for The Lover?
The Lover has a TMDB rating of 5.4/10 based on 8 votes.
