Mattie
Mattie

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Mattie

2011
Movie
115 min
French

A story of life, love, and gold mining. Lonesome Dove meets Gold Fever in this two hour western. Trouble brings out the truth.

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IMDb6.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes75%
Metacritic64/100
Google Users85%
Director: Michael WinterbottomGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

In 1920s Dublin, a young Irish detective finds himself drawn into a world of political intrigue and personal betrayal. Tasked with investigating a series of seemingly unconnected crimes, he uncovers a conspiracy that reaches the highest levels of society. As he delves deeper, his own loyalties are tested, forcing him to confront the complex realities of his nation's turbulent past and uncertain future.

Critical Reception

Mattie received a mixed to positive reception from critics. While some praised its atmospheric depiction of historical Ireland and the performances of its lead actors, others found the pacing to be slow and the narrative somewhat convoluted. It was generally seen as a solid, albeit not groundbreaking, period drama.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its moody atmosphere and historical setting.

  • Performances, particularly from the lead cast, were often highlighted.

  • Some critics noted a lack of narrative drive and complexity.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's historical authenticity and the performances. Many found it to be a well-made drama, though some noted that it could be a bit slow-paced.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in Dublin, utilizing several historical buildings to enhance its period feel.

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Wuchak

Wuchak

_**Good locations, decent yarn, nice spirituality, but subpar filmmaking**_ In the desert wilderness of the Southwest wilderness in 1902, a grieving young woman (Kaylee DeFer) marries a miner (Ryan Doom) who’s curiously never home while ...