Former Things
Former Things

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Former Things

2014
Movie
15 min
English

Alex, a travel-worn survivor in a desolate world, returns to his childhood home to find not only artifacts of his youth, but also the plague-ridden body of his recently deceased father.

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: Alex J. MannGenres: Documentary

Plot Summary

This documentary follows Alex J. Mann's journey to uncover the truth behind a series of potential corruption scandals. Mann interviews key figures and delves into public records to expose systemic issues within the justice system. The film aims to shed light on how past decisions continue to impact present-day legal processes and societal trust.

Critical Reception

While 'Former Things' was noted for its investigative ambition and the gravity of its subject matter, it received a mixed to negative reception from critics. Some praised its attempt to tackle complex issues of corruption and institutional accountability, while others found its execution to be lacking in narrative coherence and depth. Audience reactions were similarly divided, with some appreciating the documentary's investigative nature and others criticizing its perceived bias and inconclusive findings.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its ambitious attempt to expose corruption.

  • Criticized for a lack of narrative focus and depth.

  • Debated for its perceived bias and inconclusive research.

Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews for 'Former Things' is not readily available. Audience reactions generally varied, with some appreciating the investigative approach and others questioning the film's conclusions and presentation.

Fun Fact

Director Alex J. Mann also appears in the film as the primary investigator, seeking to uncover truths about the justice system.

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