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The Compromise

1986

A sober, socially conscious drama about ideals bending under money, watched with the quiet tension of a relationship coming apart.

Directed by
Latif Lahlou
Overview
Mehdi, a talented and idealistic young architect, falls into the trap of money. His partner Leila, a social worker inspired by his progressive ideas, refuses to follow him down a path of endless compromise. Set against the backdrop of the Moroccan bourgeoisie and social conflict, her uncompromising stance ultimately drives the couple to a breaking point.
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Measured and needs your attention.
About
Class, corruption, love, betrayal
Content
Mild sexual content and language. No violence or gore.
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Directed by
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Tone
    Pacing
    measured, 2 of 4, from slow-burn to relentless
    Attention
    engaged, 3 of 4, from background-friendly to demanding
    Places
    Era
    contemporary
    Audience
    adult
    Form
    None
    Content intensity
    • Gore none
    • Language mild
    • Violence none
    • Sex mild
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    Scales, 0 to 10
    ScaleValue0 to 10
    Action1
    Horror0
    Humour1
    Realism8
    Romance4
    Tension4
    Darkness5
    Complexity5
    Emotional weight6

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