The Best Offer (2013)

2h 11m Italy

Plot

Virgil Oldman, a celebrated antiques expert and auctioneer, thrives in his reclusive world, meticulously avoiding the complications of personal relationships. His life takes an unexpected turn when he is hired by the enigmatic Claire, who is struggling with her emotional scars, to appraise her family's invaluable art collection. As Virgil becomes increasingly drawn to Claire, he finds himself navigating a whirlwind of emotions that disrupts his orderly existence, ultimately challenging his perceptions of love and intimacy. The encounter forces him to confront the very mess he has spent a lifetime evading.