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My King is a French drama film that was released in 2015. The movie is directed by Maïwenn and stars Vincent Cassel, Emmanuelle Bercot, and Louis Garrel in lead roles. My King tells the story of a woman named Tony, who falls deeply in love with a charismatic and charming man, Georgio - but realizes that he is not the man she thought he was.

The movie opens with Tony's arrival at a rehabilitation center, where she is trying to recover from a skiing accident. As she begins her physical therapy sessions, she begins to reflect on her life and the events that led up to her injury. She soon realizes that her relationship with Georgio was the root of many of her problems.

As the story unfolds, we see the couple's relationship progress from the passionate heat of infatuation, to the steadier yet still passionate love of a long-term partnership. Georgio is playful, charming, and charismatic, frequently mesmerizing Tony with his spontaneous gestures, like surprising her with a date in a fancy restaurant on the back of his motorcycle. Georgio is passionate about his work as a restauranteur and Tony begins to feel marginalized, her own personal and professional dreams superseded by Georgio's all-consuming drive.

As they continue to build their life together, Tony begins to realize that Georgio is not necessarily the man she thought he was. She starts to feel underappreciated and taken for granted as she realizes that Georgio is not interested in her life and goals. As he continues to pursue his own dreams, she is left alone with no one to talk to about her own struggles.

Despite the couple's problems, Tony is deeply in love with Georgio and is willing to overlook his flaws. However, their relationship becomes even more complicated when Georgio's ex-girlfriend, Agatha, steps back into the picture. Tony doesn't trust Agatha and feels threatened by her presence in Georgio's life. As the tension between Tony and Agatha grows, Tony is forced to confront the reality of her situation.

Throughout the movie, we see Tony struggle to come to terms with the true nature of her relationship with Georgio. She begins to see his flaws more clearly, both in terms of character and their relationship. Cassel's portrayal of Georgio is masterful, as he presents a complex character whose positive attributes are set against his toxicity to others.

Meanwhile, Emmanuelle Bercot delivers an outstanding performance as Tony, portraying both the vulnerability and the strength of her character with great depth. We see her trying to hold onto what she perceives as love at all costs, even as it threatens to consume her. The powerful ending of the film showcases her ability to finally break free and move forward with her life.

Overall, My King is an insightful and nuanced exploration of love, passion, and relationships. Its honest representation of both the joys and the pain of such a powerful emotion will resonate deeply with viewers. The movie is beautifully shot, and the French Riviera setting adds to the overall charm and allure of the story. With a perfect blend of drama, humor, and romance, My King is a must-watch for fans of the genre.

My King is a 2016 drama with a runtime of 2 hours and 8 minutes. It has received mostly positive reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 7.1 and a MetaScore of 68.