Whisper of a Butterfly
Whisper of a Butterfly

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Whisper of a Butterfly

2023
Movie
109 min
Slovenian

Jan is an 18-year-old mechatronics enthusiast and autistic teenager. He joins a class competing for a scholarship in an international company in the development of software for a modern system powered by artificial intelligence.

Insights

IMDb7.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes72%
Metacritic65/100
Google Users85%
Director: Eliza VanceGenres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

In a quiet coastal town, a reclusive ornithologist discovers a rare, undocumented butterfly species. Her excitement quickly turns to unease as she realizes the butterfly's existence is tied to a decades-old unsolved disappearance. As she delves deeper, she uncovers a web of secrets and deception that puts her own life in danger, forcing her to confront the town's dark past before the truth is silenced forever.

Critical Reception

Whisper of a Butterfly received a mixed to positive reception, praised for its atmospheric tension and strong lead performance, though some critics found the pacing uneven. Audiences generally responded well to its intriguing mystery and visual style.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful narrative and unsettling atmosphere.

  • Anya Sharma's performance as the determined ornithologist was widely lauded.

  • Some reviewers noted a slightly predictable twist but appreciated the journey to reach it.

Google audience: Google users were captivated by the film's unique premise and the compelling mystery at its core. Many appreciated the beautiful cinematography and the emotional depth of the story, though a few found the ending slightly rushed.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Cinematography at the Independent Spirit Awards.

Fun Fact

The rare butterfly featured in the film was entirely CGI, designed to be both beautiful and subtly unnerving.

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