Tattoo: A Love Story

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  • R
  • 2002
  • 1 hr 35 min
  • 6.7  (503)

Tattoo: A Love Story is a drama film from 2002 directed by Richard W. Bean and starring Megan Edwards, Virgil Mignanelli, and Benjamin Burdick. The story is centered around two young people, Sara (Megan Edwards) and Virgil (Virgil Mignanelli), who meet each other while getting tattoos at a local tattoo parlor. From the beginning of the film, the audience is introduced to the characters' backgrounds: Sara and Virgil both come from different worlds with different experiences. Sara is a young woman who is in the process of getting over a break-up with her ex-boyfriend, while Virgil is a tattoo artist who is dealing with a recent heartbreak.

Despite their different backgrounds, Sara and Virgil find themselves attracted to each other, and their love story starts to unfold. Throughout the film, we see the two characters go through highs and lows and learn more about each other as they try to navigate their relationship.

One of the main themes of the film is the art of tattooing. Throughout the movie, we see different types of tattoos, from small ones to full-body pieces, and how the art of tattooing can be a therapeutic process for people. Sara, who initially gets her tattoo to erase her past, begins to embrace her tattoos as a part of her identity. Virgil, on the other hand, sees tattoos as a way to express his art and emotions.

The movie also touches on the importance of communication in relationships. Sara and Virgil's relationship is not perfect, and they face their fair share of challenges. However, the film shows us how they both work together to overcome their issues and communicate properly in order to strengthen their relationship.

Overall, Tattoo: A Love Story is a charming and heartfelt film that explores the art of tattooing as well as the ups and downs of romantic relationships. The chemistry between Megan Edwards and Virgil Mignanelli is palpable, making their love story all the more enjoyable to watch. The cinematography is also notable, capturing the beauty of the art of tattooing and the city of San Francisco where the film takes place.

The film received mixed reviews upon its release, with some critics praising its unique story and charming characters while others criticized its slow pacing and lack of depth. Nonetheless, Tattoo: A Love Story remains an enjoyable and underrated gem that is definitely worth checking out, especially for lovers of tattoos and romantic dramas.

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Description
  • Release Date
    2002
  • MPAA Rating
    R
  • Runtime
    1 hr 35 min
  • Language
    French
  • IMDB Rating
    6.7  (503)