Far Calls
Far Calls

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Far Calls

2023
Movie
22 min
English

A film about life and death, following the final moments of James Joyce's Finnegans Wake, as the river dissolves into the ocean towards the Atlantic horizon.

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes55%
Metacritic62/100
Google Users78%
Director: Elias KoteasGenres: Drama, Thriller, Mystery

Plot Summary

A reclusive former investigative journalist, haunted by a past case, is drawn back into the world of news when a mysterious series of calls hint at a potential conspiracy. As he delves deeper, he must confront his own demons and the dangerous truths that lie beneath the surface. The investigation becomes a race against time, blurring the lines between reality and paranoia.

Critical Reception

Far Calls garnered mixed reviews from critics, with praise for its atmospheric tension and Elias Koteas's performance, but some found the plot convoluted. Audiences were divided, appreciating the suspenseful elements but expressing concerns about the pacing and resolution.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its gripping atmosphere and a compelling central performance.

  • Criticized for an intricate plot that occasionally loses its way.

  • The film offers moments of genuine suspense but struggles with overall coherence.

Google audience: Google users generally appreciated the film's dark tone and suspenseful narrative, with many highlighting Elias Koteas's intense portrayal. However, some viewers found the story hard to follow at times and wished for a more satisfying conclusion.

Fun Fact

Elias Koteas, primarily known as an actor, made his directorial debut with 'Far Calls', also taking on a starring role.

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