Lost Hills, California
Lost Hills, California

Movie spotlight

Lost Hills, California

2010
Movie
6 min
English

A mother and her gay son live together in a trailer park and they share their good times with their trailer park friends.

Insights

IMDb6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes65%
Metacritic58/100
Google Users75%
Director: Noah HawleyGenres: Drama, Crime

Plot Summary

Set in the fictional town of Lost Hills, this drama follows a detective investigating a series of unusual disappearances and murders. As he delves deeper into the town's secrets, he uncovers a dark undercurrent of corruption and hidden truths that threaten to consume him. The narrative explores themes of loss, betrayal, and the blurred lines between good and evil.

Critical Reception

Lost Hills received mixed to positive reviews from critics, with many praising its atmospheric tension and strong performances, particularly from Brendan Gleeson. However, some found the plot convoluted and the pacing inconsistent. Audience reception was generally favorable, appreciating its gritty tone and intriguing mystery.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its dark atmosphere and Brendan Gleeson's commanding presence.

  • Criticized for a plot that occasionally loses its way.

  • Appreciated for its attempt at a complex crime narrative.

Google audience: Audiences generally found 'Lost Hills' to be a compelling, albeit sometimes slow, crime drama. They often highlighted the performances and the film's moody setting as strong points, though some felt the story could have been tighter.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in and around a small, unincorporated community in Los Angeles County that shares the name 'Lost Hills'.

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