This is the first Hossein directed film I've seen...and I'd say I was disappointed. I'd like to see some of his other films to decide whether I think he is the "auteur" that some claim he is.
When describing this film to someone, I said "it's a bit silly". Calling this a masterpiece, noir, etc is also a bit silly.
First, you have to believe that Pierre cannot see or remember the woman he slept with. The film plays unfair with the audience showing Eva combing her hair like Helene (why??). Eva gives up way too easily...and then just leaves?! And Helene - she goes out and sex with men every so often? Really? Pierre takes over the shop -- why would that happen? It's all just too much to be taken seriously. Hence...a bit silly. It's moderately entertaining and moves along well, but I understand why Hossein was often dissed by critics and filmmakers.
When describing this film to someone, I said "it's a bit silly". Calling this a masterpiece, noir, etc is also a bit silly.
First, you have to believe that Pierre cannot see or remember the woman he slept with. The film plays unfair with the audience showing Eva combing her hair like Helene (why??). Eva gives up way too easily...and then just leaves?! And Helene - she goes out and sex with men every so often? Really? Pierre takes over the shop -- why would that happen? It's all just too much to be taken seriously. Hence...a bit silly. It's moderately entertaining and moves along well, but I understand why Hossein was often dissed by critics and filmmakers.