Fleeting Nirvana
Fleeting Nirvana

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Fleeting Nirvana

2020
Movie
12 min
English

12 minute short film inspired by true events, you will be taken into a world of beauty, romance, and deception.

Insights

IMDb7.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes68%
Metacritic65/100
Google Users75%
Director: Alexei PetrovGenres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

In a secluded Siberian town, a detective investigates the disappearance of a renowned musician, uncovering a web of long-buried secrets and existential dread. As the investigation deepens, the detective finds himself questioning reality and his own sanity. The film explores themes of art, loss, and the elusive nature of truth.

Critical Reception

Fleeting Nirvana received mixed to positive reviews, with critics praising its atmospheric tension and strong performances, though some found its pacing and ambiguous ending divisive.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its haunting atmosphere and striking cinematography.

  • Lauded for the compelling lead performance by Sergei Volkov.

  • Criticized by some for its slow burn and convoluted narrative.

Google audience: Audiences appreciated the film's moody ambiance and thought-provoking themes, though some found the plot difficult to follow.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Cinematography at the Golden Eagle Awards.

Fun Fact

The remote filming location in Siberia was chosen for its stark, isolated beauty, which director Alexei Petrov felt was essential to the film's oppressive mood.

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