Ana, My Love (2017)

In the hallowed halls of their university's literature department, Toma and Ana's paths collide, sparking a love story that's both heartrending and complex. Ana, shielded by a shell formed by her traumatic past, is a constant victim of debilitating panic attacks. Toma, on the other hand, is drawn irrevocably into her orbit, his life gradually revolving around the enigmatic Ana whom he ardently tries to understand and save. Their story unfolds through a labyrinth of past and future memories, cleverly revealed during a psychoanalysis session, adding a tantalizing ambiguity to the narrative. Toma evolves from being Ana's lover to her babysitter, her driver, her champion against his own parents' disapproval, and ultimately the father of her child. Their relationship, a profound study of dependency and fragility, becomes a fortress barricading them from the world, yet it's in this isolation that their bond is tested. As Ana gradually wrestles back control from her ailments, she embarks on a journey towards personal independence and a successful career, their relationship dynamic shifts. The once steadfast Toma finds his world teetering on the brink of collapse, his insecurities magnified in the bright glare of Ana's rising star. Their love story, a delicate dance of co-dependency, is a riveting exploration of love's power to both heal and wound. As Ana and Toma grapple with their shifting roles, they discover that they cannot exist without each other, even if their love threatens to lead them both down a path of ruin. Directed by renowned Romanian filmmaker Calin Peter Netzer, "Ana, My Love" is a poignant examination of love's complexities, its power to create and destroy, and the intricate dance of dependency that defines the relationship between two souls bound by an enduring love.

Ana, My Love is a drama movie featuring Mircea Postelnicu and directed by Călin Peter Netzer.

Ana, My Love is currently streaming on Klassiki.