7.5
Jules and Jim
1962
“A different time. A different love.”
On Chesil Beach (2018)
January 19, 20181h 50mEN
6.1
385 votes
Overview
In 1962 England, a young couple finds their idyllic romance colliding with issues of sexual freedom and societal pressure, leading to an awkward and fateful wedding night.
Director
Dominic CookeWriters
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Status
Released
Original Language
English
Budget
$746K
Revenue
$3.3M
Production Companies
Number 9 FilmsBBC Film
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7.0While the 1960s were seen as a period of sexual revolution, it is easy to forget that - like today - not everyone follows the same path. _On Chesil Beach_ follows two virgins, Florence (Saoirse Ronan) and Edward (Billy Howle), as they try to consummate their marriage on their wedding night. Interspersed with flashbacks of how the couple met and their relationship developed, it becomes clear that Florence and Edward have very different reactions to the experience. As a deep dive into sexuality, especially asexuality, _On Chesil Beach_ is a fascinating piece of work. It is likely to be much…
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