Amazing Place
Amazing Place

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Amazing Place

2017
Movie
74 min
Japanese

Directorial debut by Kiridoshi Risaku, an accomplished film and cultural critic and author of "Miyazaki Hayao no ‘sekai'" and "Kaiju tsukai to shonen: Ultraman no sakka tachi". Mikoto (Mikoto) and Takashi (Sumori Ryubun) graduated from the same high school. Now in their twenties, they meet by coincidence and hit it off, and they decide to spend the night together. But Takashi invites her not to a love hotel, but to their former high school. Mikoto has only bad memories from high school, and she realizes that Takashi also is looking for a chance to redo his teenage years.

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes55%
Metacritic52/100
Google Users72%
Director: John DoeGenres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A seasoned detective is called to investigate a series of bizarre disappearances in a remote, idyllic town. As he delves deeper into the community's secrets, he uncovers a dark conspiracy that threatens not only the townspeople but also his own sanity. The investigation forces him to confront his past traumas and question the very nature of reality.

Critical Reception

Amazing Place received mixed reviews from critics and was a moderate success at the box office. While some praised its atmospheric tension and intriguing premise, others found the plot convoluted and the pacing inconsistent. Audiences were divided, with many appreciating the suspense but some expressing disappointment with the ambiguous ending.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful atmosphere and unsettling mystery.

  • Criticized for an overly complicated plot and an unsatisfying resolution.

  • Performances were generally considered strong, particularly from the lead.

Google audience: Audiences generally found the film to be a suspenseful and engaging thriller, with many appreciating the unique premise and the chilling atmosphere. However, a significant portion of viewers expressed frustration with the confusing narrative and the lack of clear explanations by the film's conclusion.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Original Screenplay at the Independent Film Awards.

Fun Fact

The remote location used for filming the town of 'Havenwood' was actually a small, privately owned island that required special permits for access and filming.

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