The_Wood Review of Under the Sun of Satan

Under the Sun of Satan (1987)

Very difficult film 5/10

[5/10 · 31 May 2002]

Smart, challenging, ultimately unsuccessful film that wowed viewers at Cannes. The film has exquisite acting and some brilliant scenes, but it's too convoluted to make any kind of impact on the viewer. Gerard Depardieu shines in his difficult role as does Sandrine Bonnaire.

The best scene in the film is when Depardieu comes across Satan -- chilling.