A Glimpse
A Glimpse

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A Glimpse

2022
Movie
16 min
English

A young mother accidentally opens a window on her past self, at a time when she was struggling with a series of miscarriages. How can she now help her past self through this distressing time and see hope in the future?

Insights

IMDb6.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes75%
Metacritic62/100
Google Users70%
Director: Chris WoodsGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A married couple's life unravels when a young man invites himself into their home and begins to manipulate them. What starts as a seemingly innocent request for help quickly devolves into a psychological battle of wills.

Critical Reception

"A Glimpse" received mixed to positive reviews, with critics often praising its tense atmosphere and strong performances, particularly from its lead actors. However, some found the plot predictable or the pacing uneven in certain sections.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful build-up and effective psychological tension.

  • Lukas Gage's performance as the unsettling guest was frequently highlighted as a standout.

  • Some reviews noted a lack of originality in the thriller tropes employed.

Google audience: Audience reviews generally appreciated the film's suspenseful nature and the unsettling portrayal of the antagonist. Some viewers felt the plot relied on familiar thriller elements, but most found it a compelling watch.

Fun Fact

The film was shot primarily on location in a single suburban house to enhance the sense of claustrophobia and isolation.

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