45 Years

(2015)

In the movie 45 Years directed by Andrew Haigh, Kate and Geoff Mercer are gearing up to celebrate their 45th wedding anniversary with a grand party. The couple, who reside near the town of Norwich, is excited about the event and expects dozens of friends to join them. However, just a week before the celebration, Geoff receives a mysterious letter that deeply disturbs him. Although he tries to keep it a secret, Kate notices his distress and confronts him about it. Geoff reluctantly reveals that the body of Katya, his first great love who disappeared fifty years ago in the Alps, has been discovered in a melting glacier.

Following this revelation, Geoff's behavior becomes increasingly erratic and strange. For the first time in their long marriage, Kate wonders who the man she married all those years ago truly is. As their anniversary festivities draw near, the couple's relationship is tested, and secrets and doubts start to emerge. Kate is left questioning her own identity and the foundation of her marriage.

45 Years is a thought-provoking and emotionally gripping film that delves into the complexities of long-term relationships and the repercussions of past loves. With strong performances by the lead actors, this drama explores themes of trust, regret, and the fragility of human connections.