Spring
Spring

Movie spotlight

Spring

2017
Movie
30 min
Dutch

A coming-of-age story about a boy conquering his fear of water.

Insights

IMDb6.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes82%
Metacritic67/100
Google Users75%
Director: Justin Benson, Aaron MoorheadGenres: Drama, Fantasy, Horror, Romance

Plot Summary

A young American man, Evan, travels to Italy to escape a failed relationship and a stalled career. While there, he meets and falls for Louise, a mysterious and alluring Italian woman with a dark secret. As their romance blossoms, Evan discovers Louise is an ancient, mythical creature who must survive by taking a human life each month. He is faced with a choice: flee from her true nature or embrace a love that defies the boundaries of life and death.

Critical Reception

Spring was met with critical acclaim, praised for its unique blend of romance, horror, and fantasy, as well as its strong performances and atmospheric direction. Critics lauded its originality and emotional depth, making it a standout in the indie horror scene.

What Reviewers Say

  • A deeply romantic and surprisingly effective horror film that transcends genre expectations.

  • Features strong, compelling performances from its leads.

  • Praised for its unique premise and masterful blend of tones.

Google audience: Audiences enjoyed the film's unconventional love story and its blend of supernatural horror with genuine romance. Many found the performances captivating and the overall atmosphere compelling, though some noted the pacing could be slow at times.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for the Grand Prize at the Fantasia International Film Festival.

Fun Fact

The directors, Justin Benson and Aaron Moorhead, also acted as the film's cinematographers and editors, a common practice in their independent filmmaking style.

AI-generated overview · Verify ratings on official sources

My Review