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Documentary 11:11
A group of students investigates a luxurious glamping site in Yucatán, Mexico, where visitors have mysteriously disappeared. Armed with only their cell phones, they document their findings, but the investigation quickly takes a dark turn as eerie events unfold. As they delve deeper into the site's secrets, survival becomes uncertain. Shot entirely on mobile phones, this found-footage thriller captures their chilling ordeal.
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Plot Summary
This deeply personal documentary follows actor and director Alexander "Sasha" Gorchilin as he navigates a period of significant personal transformation. Through intimate home video footage and candid conversations, he revisits his childhood and his complex relationship with his father, the acclaimed director Valery Todorovsky. The film explores themes of identity, family legacy, and the struggle to forge one's own path amidst familial expectations.
Critical Reception
Documentary 11:11 received critical acclaim for its raw honesty and intimate portrayal of a son grappling with his father's shadow. Critics praised Gorchilin's vulnerability and directorial debut, noting its unflinching look at family dynamics and self-discovery. While not widely distributed, its festival run garnered significant attention for its unique storytelling approach.
What Reviewers Say
A deeply personal and unflinching look at family legacy and identity.
Gorchilin's directorial debut is marked by raw vulnerability and compelling intimacy.
Explores the complex relationship between a son and his renowned father with profound insight.
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Awards & Accolades
Selected for the Kinotavr Film Festival.
Fun Fact
The film's title, '11:11', is significant to the director and his family, often appearing at meaningful moments in their lives.
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