- Genre
- Comedy
- Year
- 1968
- Runtime
- 1h50
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Spray of the Days
Love in bloom, tragedy in motion.
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Synopsis
Spray of the Days, also known as L'Écume des jours, is a surreal and romantic film directed by Jacques Perrin, released in 1968. The story follows the lives of Colin and Chloé, a young couple deeply in love. Their blissful existence takes a dark turn when Chloé falls ill with a water lily growing in her lung, a symbolic manifestation of her deteriorating health. As Colin desperately searches for a cure, their vibrant world begins to wither, presenting a poignant allegory of love and loss. With whimsical visuals and a haunting narrative, Spray of the Days explores the fragile nature of life and the inevitability of heartbreak.
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Reviews
Spray of the Days received mixed reviews upon its release. Some critics praised Jacques Perrin's visionary direction and the film's dreamlike quality, applauding the emotional depth and visual creativity. However, others found the storyline overly convoluted and the pacing uneven, impacting the viewer's engagement. Rotten Tomatoes critics gave it a 58% rating, with one reviewer stating, 'A visually stunning film that captures the fragility of love, despite its narrative shortcomings.' IMDb rated it 5.5/10, reflecting the polarizing opinions among viewers. Metacritic's score stood at 60, with critics highlighting the film's poetic imagery alongside its narrative challenges.
