Refuge
Refuge

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Refuge

2012
Movie
86 min
English

After their parents abandon the family, a young woman works to take care of her younger siblings.

Insights

IMDb4.5/10
Director: Corbin BernsenGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A devout farm family in rural Louisiana struggles to survive when a devastating flood threatens to consume their home and their faith. As the waters rise, they must confront not only the destructive power of nature but also the hidden secrets within their own family that could tear them apart.

Critical Reception

Refuge received mixed to negative reviews from critics, who often cited its slow pacing and uneven tone. While some appreciated the performances, particularly from the lead actors, many felt the film failed to fully capitalize on its dramatic premise.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film struggles with a compelling narrative, often feeling bogged down by its own somber atmosphere.

  • Performances are a highlight, but cannot fully elevate the underdeveloped plot.

  • The dramatic tension is present but rarely reaches its full potential.

Google audience: Audience reception for Refuge is largely unavailable or inconclusive, with no significant consensus forming around its strengths or weaknesses.

Fun Fact

The film was directed by actor Corbin Bernsen, who also stars in the movie as the patriarch of the family.

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