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Plot

James Miller has just written a book on the value of a copy versus the original work of art. At a book reading, a woman gives him her address, and the next day they meet and take a country-side drive to a local Italian village. Here, they discuss various works of art found in the town, and also the nature of their relationship - which gets both more revealed and concealed as the day progresses.

Why watch

A chance encounter leads James Miller, an art historian, to a woman who challenges his views on authenticity and the nature of relationships. As they drive through the picturesque Italian countryside, their conversation oscillates between philosophical musings and personal revelations, revealing the layers of their identities. Watching this film feels like a slow, thoughtful stroll through a gallery of human emotions, where every dialogue invites deeper reflection.

Talking points

• the nature of authenticity in art
• the complexities of human relationships
• the impact of setting on emotional states
• the role of conversation in understanding identity

Cultural context

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