Mirage
Mirage

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Mirage

1973
Movie
110 min
Persian

Moslem is a truck driver who has just been released from prison. At the invitation of a friend named Safar, he goes to a roadside stop on the outskirts of the city for work, where he unexpectedly encounters his former love — who has now become a prize offered to drivers. He then falls in love with a young woman who is the daughter of this former lover, but in the end he discovers that she is actually his own daughter…

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IMDb6.0/10
Director: Fred M. WilcoxGenres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A woman with amnesia wakes up in a remote cabin with no memory of who she is or how she got there. As she tries to piece together her past, she uncovers a disturbing conspiracy involving her husband and a mysterious man who seems to be stalking her. The line between reality and illusion blurs as she questions everyone and everything around her.

Critical Reception

Mirage received a mixed to negative reception from critics upon its release. While some acknowledged the intriguing premise and performances, many found the plot convoluted and the execution lacking. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with its limited release and complex narrative failing to gain significant traction.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film's central mystery and atmosphere were noted, but often overshadowed by a convoluted plot.

  • Performances were generally competent, though some found the characters underdeveloped.

  • The pacing and narrative structure were points of contention, leading to a less-than-satisfying conclusion for many viewers.

Google audience: Information regarding specific audience reception and detailed review summaries from Google users for 'Mirage (1973)' is not readily available.

Awards & Accolades

None notable.

Fun Fact

Despite its release in 1973, 'Mirage' is often confused with the 1965 film of the same name starring Gregory Peck, which is a much more well-known thriller.

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