365 Days

Laura, a young woman from a modest life, crosses paths with Massimo, a commanding but dangerous crime lord. After a brutal confrontation, he confines her within his world and makes a shocking demand: she has one year to develop genuine feelings for him. The arrangement is wrapped in luxury and fear as Laura navigates a landscape of influence, threats, and loyalty, all while trying to protect her own sense of self. The film plays with glossy romance against a brutal undercurrent, keeping the tension high as power dynamics tilt and loyalties blur. What starts as coercion gradually tests desire and autonomy without tipping into easy answers. The contrast between wealth and danger sharpens moral gray area at center and conversation.

Directed by Barbara Białowąs, the movie is based on Blanka Lipińska's novel 365 Dni. It premiered on Netflix in 2020, introducing a high gloss romantic drama to a global audience and leaning on stylish sets, fashion, and a pulsing soundtrack.

365 Days sparked intense online discussion about power dynamics in romance and questions of consent. Its glossy production and provocative premise turned it into a pop culture talking point, fueling memes and prompting sequels that extended the drama across streaming platforms and sparked debates about gender roles for many viewers.

Reception was mixed, with critics praising the film's production polish and performance chemistry even as many criticized its romanticized take on coercion. Core themes include control and desire, wealth and vulnerability, and the tension between attraction and autonomy. Audiences also debated whether the film offers enjoyable fantasy or harmful stereotypes.

Traditional box office figures are not publicly reported because the film was released primarily on Netflix. In markets where it did receive a limited theatrical run the numbers were dwarfed by streaming exposure and audience reach across the globe today.