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Dissonance
A woman endures oppressive working conditions. She suddenly finds herself thrown into a space-time continuum in accelerated speed. Other people have suddenly become invisible. Alone in the world, she confronts it, emptied of its inhabitants and useful functions. The city then appears to her as a strange and hostile environment...
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Plot Summary
A successful but deeply troubled psychiatrist begins to unravel as he becomes entangled in the lives of his patients. As his grip on reality loosens, the lines between his professional life and his personal demons blur, leading him down a dangerous path.
Critical Reception
Dissonance received mixed reviews, with critics often praising its ambition and the performances of its lead actors, particularly Kevin Pollak. However, many found the film's narrative convoluted and its psychological exploration to be underdeveloped.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its psychological thriller elements and Kevin Pollak's performance.
Criticized for a muddled plot and lack of clear character motivations.
Considered an ambitious but ultimately flawed attempt at a complex narrative.
Google audience: Audience reception for Dissonance is difficult to gauge due to limited widespread reviews. However, anecdotal comments suggest an appreciation for the film's dark tone and intriguing premise, though many also found it to be confusing and unsatisfying.
Fun Fact
The film's score was composed by the director's brother, Jonathan Lipsius.
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