Synopsis
Set in 1950s New York, Carol follows Therese Belivet, a young aspiring photographer who falls for the sophisticated and glamorous Carol Aird while working at a department store. Their tender romance blossoms despite social constraints and Carol's complicated divorce proceedings, which threaten to tear them apart. Directed by Todd Haynes, the film is a visually stunning and emotionally resonant portrait of love, identity, and personal freedom.
Did You Know?
- Cate Blanchett and Rooney Mara both received Academy Award nominations.
- The film is based on Patricia Highsmith's 1952 novel.
- Director Todd Haynes shot the film on Super 16mm for authenticity.
- Rooney Mara won Best Actress at the Cannes Film Festival.
- The original novel was published under a pseudonym by Highsmith.
Iconic Quotes
- Carol: 'Harge, I don't want to fight anymore.'
- Carol: 'You're the most important thing in my life.'
- Carol: 'Flung out of space.'
- Therese: 'I don't know what I want. That's what you said.'
- Carol: 'What a strange girl you are. Flung out of space.'