Mine
Mine

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Mine

2024
Movie
17 min
Polish

A 70-year-old, wealthy Polish woman, Elżbieta, refuses to help her Ukrainian housekeeper, Oksana. When as a result of their conflict, Oksana leaves at night without a word, Elżbieta goes on a journey to find her. The expedition reveals the fate of Ukrainian war refugees who have arrived in Poland.

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IMDb5.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes68%
Metacritic55/100
Google Users65%
Director: Fabio Guaglione, Fabio ResinaroGenres: Action, Thriller, War

Plot Summary

A lone US soldier, Sgt. Mike Stevens, finds himself stranded in the desert after a mission goes awry. He must survive the harsh environment and the constant threat of enemy patrols while dealing with the psychological toll of his isolation. His only companion is a landmine that has trapped him, forcing him to confront his own mortality and the futility of war.

Critical Reception

Mine received a mixed to positive reception from critics, who often praised its intense atmosphere and the lead performance, but some found the plot to be overly simplistic or predictable. Audiences generally responded well to the tension and suspense, although its grim tone was noted by many.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its claustrophobic tension and strong central performance.

  • Criticized by some for a lack of narrative depth and reliance on familiar tropes.

  • The minimalist approach effectively conveys the soldier's desperate situation.

Google audience: Google users largely appreciated the film's suspenseful nature and the survival elements. However, a significant portion of reviews pointed out that the plot could have been more engaging and the ending more impactful. The film's gritty realism was often highlighted as a positive aspect.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in the desert regions of Almería, Spain, known for its stark landscapes that provided a fitting backdrop for the story's isolated and unforgiving environment.

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