Impulses
One morning just like any other in Madrid, two perfect strangers, Sara and Jaime, are just two more people standing on an underground platform. A man falls onto the tracks as the train pulls up. For everyone there, it´s a tragic accident. But not for Sara. Horrified, she believes she saw Jaime push the victim onto the tracks. She decides to blackmail the killer. The hunter and her prey become involved in a perverse and increasingly intimate relationship, at a distance.
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Plot Summary
A stressed detective finds himself drawn into a dangerous game of cat and mouse with a mysterious serial killer. As the body count rises, he must confront his own inner demons and the dark impulses that threaten to consume him. The investigation takes a twisted turn, blurring the lines between hunter and hunted.
Critical Reception
Impulses received mixed to negative reviews, with many critics finding the plot predictable and the execution lacking. While some performances were noted, the film's overall impact was diminished by its conventional thriller tropes and underdeveloped themes. Audiences were similarly divided, with some appreciating the suspenseful elements while others were disappointed by the formulaic nature of the narrative.
What Reviewers Say
- Relies heavily on familiar crime thriller clichés.
- Pacing issues and a predictable plot detract from suspense.
- Performances are serviceable but can't elevate the material.
Google audience: Audience reception for Impulses is largely unavailable, making it difficult to summarize specific likes or dislikes.
Fun Fact
The film was shot in and around Los Angeles, California.
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