Movies based on Books: Perfume: The Story of a Murderer
Title: Perfume: The Story of a Murderer (2006)
Novel: "Perfume: The Story of a Murderer" by Patrick Süskind
Movie Summary:
"Perfume: The Story of a Murderer" follows the life of Jean-Baptiste Grenouille, an 18th-century Frenchman with an extraordinary sense of smell. Grenouille becomes obsessed with creating the perfect scent and goes to extreme lengths, including committing murder, to achieve his olfactory masterpiece.
Themes and Messages:
The film delves into themes of obsession, artistic pursuit, the nature of evil, and the power of scent as a metaphor for human desire. It explores the contrast between beauty and ugliness and raises questions about the ethical boundaries of artistic creation.
Critical Reception:
"Perfume: The Story of a Murderer" received mixed reviews from critics, with praise for its visual and atmospheric qualities, as well as criticism for its challenging and disturbing subject matter.
Perfume: The Story of a Murderer
Release date: 2006
Cast: Ben Whishaw
Directed by: Tom Tykwer
Genre: Thriller/Drama
Duration: 2h 27min
IMDb: 7.5/10
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