My Cousin Rachel
Did she or didn't she?
Directed by Roger Michell
Produced by Fox Searchlight Pictures, Free Range Films
A Gothic romantic thriller set in 19th-century Cornwall that weaves suspicion and desire together, leaving the viewer uncertain whether its heroine is a seductress or a victim.
A young Englishman plots revenge against his mysterious, beautiful cousin, believing that she murdered his guardian. But his feelings become complicated as he finds himself falling under the beguiling spell of her charms.
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Is My Cousin Rachel sad? Yes. More sad than 75% of films.
Is My Cousin Rachel violent? Not especially. Less violent than 64% of films.
Does My Cousin Rachel end with hope? Not especially. Less hopeful than 63% of films.
Is My Cousin Rachel scary? Not especially. Less frightening than 58% of films.
Is My Cousin Rachel easy watching? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Conventional, and it does not land.
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Like My Cousin Rachel
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as My Cousin Rachel
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like My Cousin Rachel, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like My Cousin Rachel, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like My Cousin Rachel, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
