I typically enjoy Tahar Rahim’s performances, but this romantic drama didn’t offer that much to engage with. The story unfolds in an unusual setting – it’s uncommon to see a nuclear power station used as the backdrop for a romance. That's where his character finds employment, performing some of the repetitive cleaning tasks at the facility. He spends most of his time covered head-to-toe in protective white gear, exce…

A straightforward metaphor underlies this film, which shifts between being irritating and visually appealing. It suggests that romantic feelings and intense desire are comparable to a nuclear reaction—something potentially destructive, like an illness stemming from a powerful energy source. Regrettably, while this sickness generates considerable anxiety and discomfort, it doesn’t really spark much creativity… The …