Goldfish
Goldfish

Movie spotlight

Goldfish

2018
Movie
19 min
English

A man shoots himself in the head, twice.

Insights

IMDb6.8/10
Director: Anurag KashyapGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young man, on the verge of suicide, finds unexpected solace and purpose in an unlikely friendship. As he navigates his personal turmoil, he becomes entangled in a complex situation involving a mysterious woman and a dangerous secret.

Critical Reception

Goldfish received mixed to positive reviews. Critics praised its nuanced performances, particularly Manoj Bajpayee's, and its atmospheric direction. However, some found the pacing to be uneven and the plot occasionally convoluted.

What Reviewers Say

  • Manoj Bajpayee delivers a compelling and sensitive performance.

  • The film excels in creating a tense and moody atmosphere.

  • While visually striking, the narrative sometimes struggles with clarity and momentum.

Google audience: Audience reception for Goldfish is not widely documented through aggregated Google user reviews.

Fun Fact

The film was initially planned with a different director before Anurag Kashyap took over and reworked the script significantly.

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