He Loves Me, He Loves Me Not

The events are set in a modern, present-day context relative to the film's release. The period features contemporary media coverage, legal investigations, and mental health treatment depicted in the narrative. The plot transitions between the present in France and the Florence trip, reflecting a time frame anchored in the early 2000s.

The story unfolds primarily in contemporary France, with Angélique living and working in a French city, including cafe work and house-sitting for a wealthy family. The planned romantic getaway to Florence provides a stark contrast to domestic life and fuels the key turn in the plot. The action shifts between Angélique's French surroundings, the neighbor's house she cares for, and the Italian city of Florence during the trip.

💘 Erotomania

Erotomania drives the core conflict as Angélique's fixation on Loïc evolves into an obsessive pursuit. Her beliefs about a possible relationship with a married man propel drastic actions, including deceit and self-destructive behavior. The theme is explored through her perspective and the consequences that unfold.

🎭 Manipulation

The narrative is built on manipulation and performative deception, with Angélique staging events to influence Loïc and asset outcomes. Characters present false facades, confusing blame and motive during the investigation. The theme underscores how appearances can mislead both characters and viewers.

🧠 Mental Health

Angélique is diagnosed with erotomania, highlighting the complexities and stigma around mental illness. The film shows the impact of her condition on relationships, job, and self-control. The ending points to unresolved issues and the persistence of her condition.

🔁 Narrative Twist

The film resets the timeline by revisiting events from Loïc's perspective after a rewind, offering a dual narrative. This shift reframes the audience's understanding of who is at fault and why events unfold as they do. The twist emphasizes how perspective shapes truth and interpretation.