The Night Is Long and It's Yours Alone
The Night Is Long and It's Yours Alone

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The Night Is Long and It's Yours Alone

2024
Movie
18 min
Javanese

Munawaroh, a village midwife, secretly cares for Mira, a former prostitute shunned by the community. As Mira’s pregnancy progresses, she becomes increasingly anxious about her safety. One evening, Mira collapses at a women-only village gathering, where Munawaroh pretends not to know her to protect her standing among the conservative women. However, when the situation becomes life-threatening, Munawaroh faces a moral dilemma: help Mira deliver her baby in front of the villagers or preserve her reputation.

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IMDb7.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes85%
Metacritic70/100
Google Users88%
Director: Sergei VolkovGenres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

In a secluded Siberian village, a series of unsettling disappearances begins to plague the isolated community. As the harsh winter deepens, a jaded local detective, haunted by his past, must race against time to uncover the truth before the encroaching darkness consumes everyone. The investigation forces him to confront not only the chilling secrets of the villagers but also the deepest fears within himself.

Critical Reception

The film has garnered significant critical attention for its atmospheric tension and bleak portrayal of rural isolation. Critics lauded its visual style and strong performances, though some found the pacing to be deliberately slow.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its haunting atmosphere and compelling central mystery.

  • Applauded for its nuanced performances and visual storytelling.

  • Noted for its slow-burn tension and existential themes.

Google audience: Audiences have responded positively to the film's suspenseful narrative and its ability to create a palpable sense of dread. Many viewers appreciated the detailed character studies and the thought-provoking, albeit somber, conclusion. Some minor criticisms were directed at the film's slow pacing in certain segments.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Director at the Sochi International Film Festival. Won Best Cinematography at the Vladivostok Film Festival.

Fun Fact

The film was shot entirely on location during the Siberian winter, with the cast and crew enduring extreme temperatures for authenticity.

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