from Film Forum, 06/16/05
Harry Forbes (Catholic News Service) says, "[François] Ozon's measuredly paced 'scenes from a marriage' is quite fascinating, as it reveals layer by layer the over-the-years affection, betrayals, foibles and idiosyncrasies, making the final parting ultimately clear." He cautions readers, "The sexual content … is raw, but the style is more scientific than exploitative."