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Remaindered
Kevin Dangler is a once-famous author desperate to regain his lost glory while traveling the back-roads of middle America, selling remaindered, fifth-editions of his first book out of the trunk of his car. Along the way, he meets his ultimate fan, a woman who might be his salvation...or a novel way to die... and plays cat-and-mouse with a small-town detective Bud Flanek.
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Plot Summary
A man wakes up with amnesia and is told he has a rare condition where he lives his life backward. He is given a substantial sum of money to reconstruct his past, but as he revisits memories, he uncovers disturbing truths about himself and the events leading up to his current state. The film explores themes of identity, memory, and the consequences of one's actions, even when forgotten.
Critical Reception
Remaindered received mixed to positive reviews from critics, who often praised its ambitious premise and Tom Hardy's performance, while some found the narrative structure confusing or underdeveloped. Audiences were similarly divided, with some appreciating the intellectual puzzle and others struggling with the film's bleak tone and complex plot.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its intriguing concept of living life in reverse.
Tom Hardy's central performance is frequently highlighted as a strong point.
Criticized by some for its convoluted narrative and ambiguous ending.
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Fun Fact
The film's concept is based on a short story by the same name by Irish author John Banville.
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