The Woman Next Door Soundtrack (

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Rating: 7.30/10 from 8700 votes
Alternate Names:
Title in Español:

La mujer de al lado
Title in Italiano:

La signora della porta accanto
Title in Português:

A Mulher do Lado

Synopsis

Bernard and Arlette Coudray live with their young son Thomas in an idyllic village near Grenoble. When the couple Philippe and Mathilde Bauchard move into the long vacant house next door, Bernard is confronted with his past. He recognizes Mathilde as his former lover. Their relationship, as passionate as it was conflictual, ended many years ago, but they still carry the wounds of their time together.

Their renewed encounter is not without consequences. Bernard initially tries to avoid Mathilde, but after a chance meeting in the supermarket they kiss and resume their affair. Unnoticed by their unsuspecting spouses, to whom they have kept their previous acquaintance secret, the two begin to meet regularly in a hotel. The outwardly neighborly friendship between the couples runs counter to the growth of obsessive passion.

In fact, at a garden party, emotions erupt when Bernard begins to attack Mathilde in a fit of rage. The two separate once more and yet fail to avoid each other - with disastrous consequences ... The finality of this obsession is underlined by the use of a narrator, Madame Jouve, owner of the local tennis club, whose accounts frame the story.

The sober, calm camera and touches of Hitchcock suspense also contribute to the film's claustrophobic mood.

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User reviews

Edward Lewis
5/10

The use of music in the garden party scene, where emotions erupt, is particularly impactful and heightens the drama of the moment.

Charles Anderson
3/10

The soundtrack of The Woman Next Door failed to capture the intensity and complexity of the characters' emotions, leaving the audience disconnected from the unfolding drama.

Ashley Williams
5/10

The soundtrack's subtle nuances complement the film's visuals and dialogue, creating a cohesive and immersive viewing experience.

Dorothy Johnson
6/10

The soundtrack of The Woman Next Door effectively captures the intense emotions and conflicts of the characters, adding depth to the storytelling.

Emily Harris
9/10

The hauntingly beautiful and emotionally evocative soundtrack of The Woman Next Door perfectly captures the tumultuous and passionate nature of the characters' forbidden love affair. The music enhances the intensity of the unfolding drama, immersing the audience in the complex emotions of love, guilt, and obsession.

Margaret Anderson
6/10

The music enhances the tension and suspense in key moments of the film, creating a sense of unease that keeps the audience engaged.

Donald Miller
1/10

The music felt uninspired and repetitive, lacking the power to enhance the tension and passion of the story, resulting in a missed opportunity to elevate the film's narrative.

Edward Rodriguez
9/10

The use of subtle melodies and melancholic tones in the soundtrack effectively mirrors the internal conflicts of the characters, adding depth and nuance to their relationships. The music becomes a character in itself, guiding the audience through the unraveling of the protagonists' intertwined pasts and the consequences of their rekindled romance.

Ronald Walker
6/10

I appreciate how the soundtrack mirrors the characters' inner turmoil, adding layers of complexity to their relationships and motivations.

Amanda Adams
7/10

The music creates a haunting and suspenseful atmosphere that mirrors the characters' inner turmoil and the growing tension between them.

Jennifer Walker
3/10

Overall, the soundtrack of The Woman Next Door fell short of complementing the nuanced performances and intricate relationships portrayed on screen, ultimately detracting from the overall viewing experience.

Steven Jackson
8/10

The use of subtle and melancholic melodies enhances the sense of obsession and passion that drives the characters' actions throughout the film.

Margaret King
8/10

The soundtrack of The Woman Next Door perfectly captures the emotional intensity of the characters' conflicted past and present relationships.

William Wilson
6/10

Overall, the music in The Woman Next Door plays a crucial role in setting the tone and enhancing the psychological depth of the narrative, making it a standout aspect of the film.