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Anatomy of a Fall (2023) Review: A French Classic

★★★★½ 4.5/5

Verdict

Essential viewing — a certified classic.

Is Anatomy of a Fall worth watching?

Yes — Anatomy of a Fall remains one of the most celebrated films from France, with a 96% Critic Score and enduring audience appeal. On Celluloid it holds a 96% Critic Score, 84% Audience Score, 87 Metascore, 4.1 on Letterboxd, and 7.7 on IMDb — numbers that explain why it still surfaces on every “best of France” list.

What is Anatomy of a Fall about?

A woman stands trial for her husband’s death while their blind son becomes the key witness in a case built on contested truths and marriage. Directed by Justine Triet, the film stars Sandra Hüller, Swann Arlaud, Milo Machado-Graner, and remains a reference point for Drama and Thriller filmmaking from France.

Should you watch Anatomy of a Fall?

Yes, without hesitation — Anatomy of a Fall rewards viewers who want more than algorithm-friendly new releases. At 151 minutes, it more than earns its running time — and the critics’ consensus still resonates today: Triet’s Palme d’Or winner turns a courtroom into a battlefield of gender, guilt, and narrative control.

Where can I watch Anatomy of a Fall?

Streaming availability varies by region — check major platforms in your country or local cinemas for revival screenings. Anatomy of a Fall (2023) is widely indexed on IMDb (tt17009724) and remains one of the most searched classic titles from France on NewMoviesReviews.com.