Fish
Fish

Movie spotlight

Fish

2023
Movie
17 min
English

The last place Kayla wants to be is at her mom's for the summer, until she sets her sights on boyish Danny. He isn't prepared for a late-night swim with his best friend's older sister - or the game that follows.

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes68%
Metacritic59/100
Google Users72%
Director: M. Night ShyamalanGenres: Thriller, Mystery, Drama

Plot Summary

A reclusive former child prodigy, now a young man, grapples with his past and a mysterious connection to the aquatic world. When a series of unsettling events begin to occur in his isolated coastal town, he is drawn into a dark investigation that forces him to confront suppressed memories and a shadowy organization seeking to exploit his unique abilities.

Critical Reception

Upon its release, 'Fish' garnered a mixed to positive reception. Critics were divided on its pacing and thematic complexity, with some praising its atmospheric tension and unique narrative, while others found it overlyambitious and difficult to follow. Audiences generally responded more favorably, appreciating the performances and Shyamalan's signature suspenseful storytelling.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unsettling atmosphere and strong lead performances.

  • Criticized for a convoluted plot that sometimes overshadows its intriguing premise.

  • Audiences found the suspenseful build-up and Shyamalan's distinct directorial style engaging.

Google audience: Google users generally appreciated the film's suspenseful nature and the performances of the young cast. Some reviewers noted the film's thought-provoking themes and unique approach to mystery, though a segment of viewers found the plot to be somewhat predictable or convoluted.

Fun Fact

The distinctive, eerie soundscape used throughout the film was reportedly created by recording various aquatic animals and then digitally manipulating those sounds to create entirely new, unsettling noises.

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