A Brother’s Love
Seen it?2019 | 117 min | Drama, Comedy
Saturday Specialearly ratingWhy it’s a Saturday Special
It earned strong reviews (75% on Rotten Tomatoes), despite a box office flop. A strong pick for the weekend.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Tailor-made for anyone looking to switch off and smile and anyone who likes a story with emotional weight. Best on a quiet night when you're in the mood to feel something.
- The mood
- Funny with heart.
- The pace
- Character-first and patient, at 1 hr 57 min.
- What might put you off
- It's in French, so expect subtitles (or a dub).
- Skip it if you need something light and fast tonight.
Sophia, a brilliant doctoral student, has always maintained a symbiotic relationship with her brother Karim. The arrival of a new lover in Karim’s life significantly alters their dynamic.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsStrong
75% on Rotten Tomatoes
- AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
- AwardsBelow par
Won 1 Cannes award: Cannes Film Festival: Best Costume Design. Also nominated for 8 more Cannes awards.
- Box office & staying powerWeak
$2 million worldwide
- Buzz & cultural impactWeak
Not enough engagement data yet
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Cast & crew
Directed by Monia Chokri
- Anne-Élisabeth BosséSophia
- Patrick HivonKarim
- Evelyne BrochuEloïse
- Sasson GabaiHichem
- Micheline BernardLucie
- Mani SoleymanlouJasmin
- Magalie Lépine-BlondeauAnabelle Lajoie
- Niels SchneiderAlex
- Marie BrassardLise Poitras
- Amélie Dallaire