My Summer of Love (2005): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot
My Summer of Love is a 2005 drama thriller directed by Pawel Pawlikowski, starring Emily Blunt, Paddy Considine and Natalie Press. It is based on My Summer of Love by Helen Cross. It runs 1 hour 26 minutes and earned $2.8 million worldwide. It won 1 award from 1 nomination, including Outstanding British Film at the BAFTA 2005. Critics gave it 90% on Rotten Tomatoes and 82 on Metacritic.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 26m (86 min)
- Director
- Pawel Pawlikowski
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Focus Features
- Based on
- My Summer of Love by Helen Cross
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is My Summer of Love About?
The premise of My Summer of Love without spoilers, adapted from My Summer of Love by Helen Cross. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Two young women from different backgrounds forge an unexpected connection. Tamsin, a reserved young woman, is drawn to the spirited Mona, whose life contrasts sharply with her own. As their bond deepens, Mona’s devout brother introduces a new layer of complexity and intrigue. Secrets and hidden truths emerge, testing the strength of their friendship and leading them on a passionate and challenging summer.
My Summer of Love Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- lesbian relationship
- female nudity
- summer
- voyeurism
- female female kiss
- bikini
- lingerie
- swimsuit
- sunbathing
- seduction
- rear entry sex
- panties
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- cancer
- bathtub
- bar
- lesbianism
- manic pixie dream girl
- manic pixie dream lesbian
- sex scene
- sex
- white panties
- scantily clad female
- voyeur
- unfaithfulness
- teenage girl
- extramarital affair
- adultery
- coming of age
- death of mother
- cigarette smoking
- f rated
- hare krishna
- woman wears lingerie
- girl wears panties
- women dance together
- female rear nudity
- sexual awakening
- lesbian teen
- women
- young
- marital infidelity
- choking
- lesbian character
- coming of age drama
- psychological drama
- yorkshire england
- deception
- valley
- class differences
- tennis court
My Summer of Love Cast
Emily Blunt leads the cast, with Paddy Considine and Natalie Press. Directed by Pawel Pawlikowski.
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Director Pawel Pawlikowski
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More films directed by Pawel Pawlikowski, best-rated first: Ida, Cold War, Last Resort and The Woman in the Fifth.
My Summer of Love Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave My Summer of Love 90% on Rotten Tomatoes and 82 on Metacritic.
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Rotten Tomatoes 90% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 69%
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Metacritic 82 Metascore
User score 6.7
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TMDB 61% User score
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My Summer of Love Plot Summary
What happens in My Summer of Love from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
In the picturesque Yorkshire countryside, a seemingly chance encounter unfolds when Mona, who is sprawled in a field, draws the attention of Tamsin, a girl from a wealthy lineage riding by on horseback. Recently suspended from boarding school, Tamsin appears disillusioned with her privileged life, much like Mona, who comes from a working-class background and is solely accompanied by her brother, Phil.
As Mona navigates her complex feelings, she witnesses Phil purging their late mother’s pub of alcohol after his release from prison. Since his imprisonment for minor crimes, Phil has embraced religion, transforming the pub into a gathering place for local Christians. Amidst her struggles, Mona meets her lover, Ricky, for a brief rendezvous, only to be left heartbroken when he breaks off their relationship shortly after.
Full summary
The whole story of My Summer of Love, scene by scene
My Summer of Love Box Office
My Summer of Love grossed $2.8 million worldwide. $1 million came from the US and Canada and $1.8 million (64%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$2.8M
- US & Canada
- $1M
- International
- $1.8M
My Summer of Love Awards & Nominations
My Summer of Love won 1 award from 1 nomination, including Outstanding British Film at the BAFTA 2005.
1 win1 nomination1 ceremony
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BAFTA 2005 1 win · 1 nomination- Won Outstanding British Film
My Summer of Love Trailers & Videos
2 videos: 2 trailers.
- Trailer My Summer of Love - Trailer
How Well Do You Know My Summer of Love?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
Question 1 of 10
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- Question 10: not answered
What is the name of the affluent girl Mona befriends?
Cars in My Summer of Love
7 cars on screen, including the 1979 Honda Super Cub and the 1993 Peugeot 405.
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1993 Peugeot 405 Important role -
1997 Ford Mondeo MkII Minor role -
1998 Jaguar XJ8 X308 Minor role
My Summer of Love Also Known As
16 alternative titles, including “Szerelmem nyara” and “Моё лето любви”.
- Also known as
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- Szerelmem nyara
- Моё лето любви
- 사랑이 찾아온 여름
- Мое лето любви
- Mi verano de amor
- Moje léto lásky
- Amor de Verão
- 夏日之恋
- Το καλοκαίρι του έρωτά μου
- הקיץ שלי לאהבה
- Lato miłości
- Моє літо кохання
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- Moje leto lásky
- Dragoste de-o vară
- Aşk Yazım
- Meu Amor de Verão
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Films with a similar story, tone or audience, including That Kind of Summer, Summer Lovers and My First Summer.
My Summer of Love FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Awards
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, the book behind it and awards of My Summer of Love, each answered in a sentence.
How long is My Summer of Love?
My Summer of Love runs 1 hour 26 minutes (86 minutes).
When was My Summer of Love released?
My Summer of Love was released on June 17, 2005.
Who directed My Summer of Love?
My Summer of Love was directed by Pawel Pawlikowski.
More films by Pawel Pawlikowski Who is in the cast of My Summer of Love?
My Summer of Love stars Emily Blunt, Paddy Considine and Natalie Press.
How much did My Summer of Love make at the box office?
My Summer of Love grossed $2.8 million worldwide ($1 million domestic, $1.8 million international).
How is My Summer of Love rated?
My Summer of Love has 90% on Rotten Tomatoes, 82 on Metacritic and 61% on TMDB.
Is My Summer of Love based on a book?
Yes. My Summer of Love is adapted from My Summer of Love by Helen Cross.
What awards did My Summer of Love win?
My Summer of Love won 1 award from 1 nomination, including Outstanding British Film at the BAFTA 2005.
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