To help you choose, here are the 3 films of the week rated best by the press and the audience on AlloCiné!*
3 best films according to the press:
1 Tie: On the Other Side of the Sky – 3.6/5
“If the script sometimes violently reverts to the status of a children’s movie on the other side of the sky, Hirota seems to be enjoying himself when finally in control of the 3D work. His joy is contagious.” By Maud Gassell (Critikat.com)
“Weird and hybrid like its title character, this fun, steampunk adventure is perfect for kids, and others will enjoy a rather clever, western-oriented 3D animated film.” By Benjamin Benoit (IGN France)
1st draw: Vesper Chronicles – 3.6/5
“The film is not only beautiful, but it is also slowly embedded in the memory. These ‘Chronicles’ are poetic and, in a way, admirable. So we are excited.” By Francois Forestier (L’Obs)
“In creating this nightmarish world full of ideas, where influences from Cronenberg, Giger, Jim Henson and Miyazaki collide, the film slaloms between the atmosphere of a Grimm fairy tale and the hyper-realistic tableau of a medieval tomorrow.” By Philip Goode (Le Point)
3rd: Where the Crabs Sing – 2.6/5
“The film remains too focused on its aesthetics, often forgetting its rhythm…only Kia’s love stories seem to matter. Daisy Edgar-Jones in particular should be seen in an ambiguous role.” By the editors (Le Parisien)
“Nature is sublime, subject matter – society resistant to difference, toxic masculinity – unattainable, Daisy Edgar-Jones, very beautiful to watch. But it all lacks heat and rhythm!” By Sophie Grassin (L’Obs)
The Old Furnaces 2: Good for Asylum has an average of 2.9/5 (for 8 reviews).
3 best movies according to viewers:
1: On the Other Side of the Sky – 4.2/5
“Unbelievable! The action, the emotion, the deep theme, we come away shaken by this film that brings us to the light. That makes us open our eyes to our world. Because Cheminée Ville n is really not far from us.”
“This animated film is distinguished by the graphic techniques used. The script is not uninteresting and emits a lot of poetry.” By Corrick Bernard
2nd: Where the Crabs Sing – 4/5
“We may regret some of the lightness of the handling and the story, which is a little too smooth to please the greatest number, but the pleasant side prevails.” Square 22
“Luxurious with the precision of the dialogues, highlighting the darkness of our souls and the splendor of the fauna and flora.” Virgin P.
3: The Holiday Chronicles – 3.2/5
“A truly original modern fairy tale that captivates us with the beauty of its images, the richness of its world. The cast is top notch and I hope there will be a sequel. Go and let yourself be carried away!” By Lola Dodux
“The special visual and musical world of Vesper Chronicles is reminiscent of Future Crimes and quite exotic. On the other hand, the story is rather slow, predictable, with endless cutscenes.” By Simon Bernard
Les Vieux Fourneaux 2: Bons pour l’Asile is the 5th best viewer average 2.6/5.
* Based on AlloCiné Barometer ratings as of Friday, August 19, 2022 for films in theaters on August 17 with at least 10 top press reviews and 50 top audience ratings. These two tops do not include films released in France once or several times.
Source: allocine
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