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Dormancy
Set in 1932, at the height of prohibition and the growing American eugenics movement, the state of Vermont passes a law allowing for sexual sterilization of "idiots, imbeciles, feeble minded or insane persons likely to procreate." Dormancy follows a young woman and her new husband who work the land and earn a small income herding sheep and working with lumber. The couple is lured into a rural clinic where they subjected to the sadistic goals of the doctors and eugenics field workers. For this modest family, life will never be quite the same...
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Plot Summary
A grieving mother, Sarah, struggling with the disappearance of her daughter years prior, becomes obsessed with a young woman who bears a striking resemblance to her lost child. As Sarah delves deeper into the woman's life, she uncovers disturbing secrets that blur the lines between reality, memory, and delusion. The film explores the psychological toll of loss and the desperate search for answers.
Critical Reception
Dormancy received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising its intense atmosphere and Talia Shire's performance, while others found the plot convoluted and the pacing uneven. Audience reception was similarly divided, appreciating the emotional depth but criticizing some narrative choices.
What Reviewers Say
Talia Shire delivers a compelling performance as a tormented mother.
The film effectively builds suspense and explores themes of grief and obsession.
Some critics found the plot difficult to follow and lacking in resolution.
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Awards & Accolades
None notable.
Fun Fact
The film was shot in Los Angeles, California, utilizing various locations to create its somber atmosphere.
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