Separation
Separation

Separation

2022Movie15 minUkrainian

Kyiv, 1960s. Performing a spacewalk, an astronaut remembers his family, his childhood and what brought him there.

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IMDb5.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes24%
Metacritic37/100
Google Users52%
Director: William Brent BellGenres: Horror, Thriller, Mystery

Plot Summary

A young woman haunted by the death of her mother fears her father is losing his grip on reality after he throws her own wedding party into chaos. She soon discovers a sinister truth about her family's past and a terrifying presence that threatens their lives.

Critical Reception

Separation received generally negative reviews from critics and audiences, with many finding the plot convoluted and the scares uninspired. Some praised the performances, particularly Rupert Friend's, but these were often overshadowed by the film's perceived lack of originality and weak execution.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film struggles with a confusing narrative and predictable horror tropes.
  • While some performances are commendable, they can't salvage the unoriginal premise.
  • The scares often fall flat, failing to generate genuine tension or suspense.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a mixed reception, with many finding the movie to be a disappointing horror flick. Some viewers appreciated the attempts at psychological horror and the performances, but a significant portion felt the plot was nonsensical and the ending unsatisfying.

Fun Fact

The film's director, William Brent Bell, is also known for directing other horror films like 'The Boy' and 'The Devil Inside'.

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