Peaceful Oblivion
Peaceful Oblivion

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Peaceful Oblivion

2014
Movie
15 min
English

A quack professor and his student Randolph Carter conclude their search into the unknown only to find an unexpected and unforeseen outcome.

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes62%
Metacritic58/100
Google Users75%
Director: Mark K. SmithGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A psychological thriller that delves into the life of Anna, a woman struggling with memory loss after a traumatic event. As she attempts to piece together her past, she uncovers disturbing secrets that blur the lines between reality and delusion. The film follows her increasingly desperate search for the truth, questioning everyone around her and her own sanity.

Critical Reception

Peaceful Oblivion received mixed to positive reviews from critics, who praised its atmospheric tension and lead performance but noted a predictable plot twist. Audiences generally found it to be a suspenseful and engaging thriller, though some felt the ending was somewhat anticlimactic.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unsettling atmosphere and strong central performance.

  • Criticized for a somewhat formulaic narrative and an unoriginal twist.

  • Lauded as a competent thriller that keeps the audience guessing.

Google audience: Google users largely appreciated the film's suspenseful nature and engaging storyline, with many commending the lead actress's performance. Some viewers found the plot to be a bit slow in parts, but overall sentiment was positive.

Fun Fact

The director, Mark K. Smith, intentionally used muted color palettes throughout the film to enhance the feeling of unease and disorientation for the audience, mirroring the protagonist's mental state.

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