Riddle
Holly & Nathan Teller live in a small town in Pennsylvania. Holly is on the cheerleading team and has a close relationship with her younger brother Nathan, who is subjected to bullying at school. Nathan is taken for a car ride one day by the bullies, whose intent about what they are going to do with Nathan is not clear. He gives them the slip, but disappears and is still missing after three years.
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Plot Summary
A young woman, Anya, is released from a psychiatric institution after years of treatment. She returns to her childhood home, only to be haunted by fragmented memories and the unsettling feeling that something terrible happened there. As she tries to piece together her past, she uncovers dark secrets that blur the lines between reality and delusion.
Critical Reception
Riddle received a mixed to negative reception from critics. While some praised its atmospheric tension and Beharie's performance, many found the plot convoluted and the pacing uneven. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some appreciating the psychological thriller elements and others finding the narrative unsatisfying.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its unsettling atmosphere and suspense.
- Criticized for a confusing and underdeveloped plot.
- Nicole R. Beharie's performance was often highlighted as a strong point.
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Awards & Accolades
None notable.
Fun Fact
The film was directed by actress Nicole R. Beharie, who also starred in the critically acclaimed television series 'Sleepy Hollow'.
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