A woman in an unhappy relationship takes refuge with a friend's family on holiday in Tuscany. In Joanna Hogg's debut film, Anna, a married, childless woman, finds herself amidst a family vacation in Tuscany, belonging to an old friend from London. Struggling with a sense of emptiness and isolation, Anna is drawn more to the family's younger generation than to her contemporaries. This choice, however, leads to a misunderstanding and subsequent conflict, leaving her more isolated. Her journey towards regaining balance starts with an honest conversation with her friend. This film, marking Hogg's impressive debut, won the FIPRESCI Prize at the 2007 London Film Festival. Hogg, who started as a photographer, shifted to film influenced by Derek Jarman. Her portfolio includes a short film about Ron Haselden and her graduate project featuring a young Tilda Swinton. Hogg's unique style, inspired by directors like Ozu and Bresson and modern German cinema, is evident in "Unrelated." Her subsequent works, such as "Archipelago" and "Exhibition," continue this trend. UNRELATED navigates the complexities of class, emotional turmoil, and the search for identity in a nuanced manner. Set against the backdrop of a picturesque Tuscan holiday, it explores the intricacies of personal connections and self-awareness. Hogg's ability to capture subtle human interactions and internal conflicts has solidified her as a significant storyteller in contemporary cinema.
Drama
1h 36min
16+
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A woman in an unhappy relationship takes refuge with a friend's family on holiday in Tuscany.
A woman in an unhappy relationship takes refuge with a friend's family on holiday in Tuscany.
In Joanna Hogg's debut film, Anna, a married, childless woman, finds herself amidst a family vacation in Tuscany, belonging to an old friend from London. Struggling with a sense of emptiness and isolation, Anna is drawn more to the family's younger generation than to her contemporaries. This choice, however, leads to a misunderstanding and subsequent conflict, leaving her more isolated. Her journey towards regaining balance starts with an honest conversation with her friend.
This film, marking Hogg's impressive debut, won the FIPRESCI Prize at the 2007 London Film Festival. Hogg, who started as a photographer, shifted to film influenced by Derek Jarman. Her portfolio includes a short film about Ron Haselden and her graduate project featuring a young Tilda Swinton. Hogg's unique style, inspired by directors like Ozu and Bresson and modern German cinema, is evident in "Unrelated." Her subsequent works, such as "Archipelago" and "Exhibition," continue this trend.
UNRELATED navigates the complexities of class, emotional turmoil, and the search for identity in a nuanced manner. Set against the backdrop of a picturesque Tuscan holiday, it explores the intricacies of personal connections and self-awareness. Hogg's ability to capture subtle human interactions and internal conflicts has solidified her as a significant storyteller in contemporary cinema.