Reflections
Reflections

Reflections

Movie14 minEnglish

Sid lives in self-imposed isolation with his dog, Ace. That is until, one day, amidst the surrounding mountainscape, Sid sees a mysterious house appear on the horizon. Upon closer inspection, this house is familiar; it is his home. The same ravaged stone, mossy notches, and chipped painted wood. As Sid’s initial suspicions continue to grow, so does his all-consuming obsession with the house. He starts to plant traps and experiments, each taking him a step closer to the truth; that the house is a window into his future.

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IMDb7.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes78%
Metacritic68/100
Google Users85%
Director: Ava DuVernayGenres: Drama, Mystery

Plot Summary

A renowned photojournalist, haunted by a past trauma, returns to her childhood home after her estranged father's death. As she sorts through his belongings, she uncovers a series of cryptic photographs that suggest a hidden family secret connected to a local unsolved mystery. She must confront her own demons and the town's dark past to piece together the truth.

Critical Reception

Reflections was met with a generally positive reception from critics, who praised its atmospheric direction, compelling performances, and intricate plot. Audiences were divided, with some finding the pacing slow but others appreciating its emotional depth and lingering mystery.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its stunning cinematography and evocative atmosphere.
  • Zendaya's performance as the conflicted protagonist was widely lauded.
  • Some critics found the narrative's resolution somewhat ambiguous.

Google audience: Viewers appreciated the film's emotional resonance and the strong performances from the lead actors, particularly Zendaya. However, a portion of the audience felt the plot was too complex and the ending left them wanting more clarity.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Cinematography at the Academy Awards. Won Best Actress for Zendaya at the Golden Globe Awards.

Fun Fact

The film's title, 'Reflections,' refers both to the photographic nature of the protagonist's profession and the way the past mirrors the present throughout the narrative.

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