Intersection
Chilean refugee Daniela came to Canada as a child after her mother was assassinated during Chile’s dictatorship. Her father, Pepe, never wants to speak about Chile, but when her daughter Rocío starts to ask questions, Daniela decides to apply for Chilean citizenship for a first trip back. This triggers the Chilean government to piece together records never before connected in the paper days and leads them to uncover much more than Daniela expected.
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Plot Summary
When a high-powered lawyer's affair with a younger woman turns deadly, he must race against time to cover up his tracks before his wife and the authorities discover the truth. His desperate attempts to control the situation spiral into a dangerous game of manipulation and deception.
Critical Reception
Intersection received mixed to negative reviews from critics and audiences, often citing a predictable plot and underdeveloped characters. While some acknowledged the film's attempts at suspense, many felt it failed to deliver a compelling thriller.
What Reviewers Say
- The film struggled with pacing and lacked a strong narrative hook.
- Performances were generally seen as serviceable but unable to elevate the material.
- The thriller elements were often overshadowed by melodramatic plot points.
Google audience: Audience reception for Intersection is not widely documented on Google Reviews, but available commentary suggests a division, with some finding it a mildly engaging, albeit flawed, thriller, while others found it unoriginal and disappointing.
Fun Fact
The film was reportedly shot in Los Angeles, with much of the production taking place in a single, high-end residence to create a sense of claustrophobia.
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