Beautiful, interesting, incredible cinema.
COLD SOULS
Synopsis
Paul, an actor, is having trouble preparing for the title role in Chekhov’s “Uncle Vanya.” An article puts him in touch with a doctor who specializes in the extraction and exchange of souls. When Paul receives the essence of a Russian poet, his new soul takes over his life.
Synopsis
Paul, an actor, is having trouble preparing for the title role in Chekhov’s “Uncle Vanya.” An article puts him in touch with a doctor who specializes in the extraction and exchange of souls. When Paul receives the essence of a Russian poet, his new soul takes over his life.
Our take
Piecing together an ambitious, metafictional storyline, this debut from Sophie Barthes (Madame Bovary) features a brilliant central performance from Paul Giamatti. Embedding existential philosophy into its absurd and surreal scenario, Cold Souls is a unique, high-concept marvel.