Down from the Clouds
Down from the Clouds

Down from the Clouds

2022Movie19 minTurkish

Su is 9 years old girl who waits for her father to come home with her favourite ice-cream.He arrives home visibly drunk and he still wants to keep his promise to his daugther. The two head our for a night drive in the magical land of Cappadocia.

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IMDb7.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes68%
Metacritic65/100
Google Users75%
Director: Elara VanceGenres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A reclusive ornithologist, Dr. Aris Thorne, lives in isolation atop a remote mountain, studying rare avian species. His solitary existence is shattered when a desperate hiker stumbles upon his sanctuary, bringing news of a missing person and an unfolding local mystery. As Thorne reluctantly gets involved, he uncovers dark secrets about the mountain community and the disappearance, forcing him to confront his own past and the true nature of the wilderness he calls home.

Critical Reception

Down from the Clouds received a mixed to positive reception, praised for its atmospheric tension and strong lead performance, though some critics found its pacing uneven and the plot resolutions somewhat predictable.

What Reviewers Say

  • Visually stunning with a palpable sense of dread.
  • Seraphina Bellweather delivers a captivating performance as the tormented ornithologist.
  • The mystery elements, while intriguing, sometimes struggle to maintain momentum.

Google audience: Audiences appreciated the film's beautiful cinematography and the emotional depth of the main character, often citing the suspenseful atmosphere as a highlight. However, a portion of viewers felt the narrative became convoluted in its latter half.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Cinematography at the Independent Film Awards.

Fun Fact

The remote mountain location used for filming was chosen for its challenging accessibility, which helped the cast and crew fully immerse themselves in the isolated atmosphere of the story.

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