You can erase someone from your mind. Getting them out of your heart is another story.
Joel Barish, heartbroken that his girlfriend underwent a procedure to erase him from her memory, decides to do the same. However, as he watches his memories of her fade away, he realises that he still loves her, and may be too late to correct his mistake.
"Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind" is a mesmerizing American romantic sci-fi drama directed by Michel Gondry, released in 2004. Written by Charlie Kaufman and based on a story by Kaufman, Gondry, and Pierre Bismuth, it’s a profound exploration of love, memory, and identity, blending whimsical invention with raw emotional truth. The story follows Joel Barish (Jim Carrey), a reserved man devastated when his free-spirited ex-girlfriend Clementine (Kate Winslet) has him erased from her mind via a cutting-edge procedure by Lacuna Inc. In retaliation, Joel opts for the same treatment, but as his memories unravel—revealing their quirky, tender, and messy romance—he fights to hold onto her, racing through his subconscious with the help of technicians (Mark Ruffalo, Kirsten Dunst) and a doctor (Tom Wilkinson). What begins as revenge becomes a desperate plea to preserve love. Celebrated for its nonlinear narrative, Gondry’s handmade visual flair, and a haunting score by Jon Brion, "Eternal Sunshine" pairs Carrey’s restrained brilliance with Winslet’s vibrant chaos. Kaufman’s Oscar-winning screenplay dances between heartbreak and hope, cementing the film’s status as a modern classic. Released in 2004, "Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind" won over critics and audiences, earning an Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay and a lasting spot in cinematic lore. A tender, mind-bending masterpiece, it’s a testament to love’s indelible mark, no matter how hard we try to forget.
Year2004
Homepage https://www.focusfeatures.com/eternal_sunshine_of_the_spotless_mind
Budget20000000$
Revenue72258126$
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GenresScience FictionDramaRomance
Production countriesUnited States of America
