You may not have come across Gaspar Noé’s Love, a film that really pushes limits, following a couple, their intriguing neighbor, and their experiences together.
It’s not exactly a must-watch movie, and it definitely won’t leave you feeling warm and happy.
Still, like all of Noé’s films—whether it’s the intense I Stand Alone, the heavy Irreversible, or the surreal Enter the Void—Love delivers some visually striking moments, to say the least.
Now that it’s available to stream, there are a few things to consider before watching—especially if you’re planning to see it with your partner.
The film follows Murphy (Karl Glusman), an American filmmaker living in Paris, who falls in love with Electra (Aomi Muyock), a spontaneous artist who loves the nightlife.
From the first scene to the last, we see their intense relationship as they explore their desires—eventually bringing Omi (Klara Kristin) into their experiences.
Though the story focuses on the aftermath of their threesome, Murphy’s memories reveal that his rocky relationship with Electra had problems long before Omi entered the picture.
If you’re watching with your partner, just be ready for some interesting conversations afterward.
That is, unless you’re already open-minded about such topics—or you’re just watching it for fun, knowing that Murphy’s choices are far from wise.
Either way, it could be quite an experience.
Since the film doesn’t hold back, it raises many questions about monogamy, trust, and relationships.
So, unless you and your partner are completely on the same page, you might want to watch this one solo. It’s really not worth an argument.
Putting aside potential disagreements, if you love cinematography, you’ll appreciate how visually unique Love is.
It shows Noé in his rawest form, mirroring his main character’s self-absorbed nature.
Some scenes are hard to watch, especially when Murphy and Electra’s fights become aggressive.
But Noé’s dark humor comes through, so even at its most dramatic points, you might find yourself laughing.
In the end, if you’re looking for something different, Love is worth a watch.
Just maybe close the curtains first—you wouldn’t want to confuse the neighbors.