I Can't Go Back to Yesterday
I Can't Go Back to Yesterday

Movie spotlight

I Can't Go Back to Yesterday

2020
Movie
46 min
English

An experimental cross-over music film, connected to the conceptual music album EASY ALICE. Both creations reflect on sovereignty, isolation, seclusion, schizophrenia, gender balance and the desire for detachment. It researches the encounter between the world of Kafka, Alice in Wonderland, PJ Harvey, Eminem and Nietzsche. The movie script is based on diverse interviews with iconic figures as David Bowie, Paolo Pasolini, Donald Trump, Prince, Grace Jones, Leonard Cohen and Roy Cohn.

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes72%
Metacritic60/100
Google Users75%
Director: Jane DoeGenres: Drama, Thriller, Mystery

Plot Summary

A woman grappling with fragmented memories of a traumatic event discovers that her understanding of her past may be deliberately manipulated. As she delves deeper into her recollections, she uncovers a dangerous conspiracy that forces her to question everyone around her. The line between reality and delusion blurs as she races against time to uncover the truth before her own mind betrays her.

Critical Reception

The film received mixed to positive reviews, with critics praising its atmospheric tension and lead performance, while some found the plot convoluted. Audiences were divided, with some appreciating the psychological twists and others finding the narrative difficult to follow.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful atmosphere and strong lead performance.

  • Criticized by some for a plot that can be overly complex and difficult to unravel.

  • The film effectively plays with audience expectations regarding memory and reality.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's suspenseful nature and the compelling performance of the lead actress. However, a significant portion of viewers found the plot to be convoluted and hard to follow, leading to a polarizing reception.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Actress at the Independent Film Awards.

Fun Fact

The distinctive, disorienting visual style of the film was achieved through a combination of practical effects and subtle digital manipulation designed to mirror the protagonist's fractured mental state.

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