Sand-Glass
Sand-Glass

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Sand-Glass

1984
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Russian

At the resort, chance brings together Grebentsov and Panshin, former fellow soldiers. Grebentsov had once vacationed in these places, and then he had an affair with a beautiful local girl, Nadya. And now she appears again in Grebentsov's life. The past enters the present and may change tomorrow.

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IMDb5.9/10
Director: Don McBreartyGenres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

In the summer of 1962, a teenage boy named Jimmy finds himself drawn into a dangerous mystery surrounding the disappearance of his older sister. As he delves deeper, he uncovers dark secrets within his own family and town. The investigation leads him to a reclusive former detective who may hold the key to the truth. Jimmy must navigate betrayal and danger to uncover what happened to his sister before it's too late.

Critical Reception

Sand-Glass received a mixed reception upon its release. While some critics praised its atmospheric suspense and C. Thomas Howell's performance, others found the plot convoluted and the pacing uneven. Audiences were similarly divided, with some appreciating its dark themes and others finding it predictable.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful atmosphere and young lead's performance.

  • Criticized for a confusing plot and inconsistent pacing.

  • Seen as an earnest but flawed attempt at a mystery thriller.

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Fun Fact

The film was shot in the small town of San Leon, Texas, adding to its authentic Southern atmosphere.

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