Past Tense
A former cop who is now a novelist notices an attractive young woman move in next door to him. He strikes up a conversation, one thing leads to another and he spends the night. She asks him to come back the next evening, but when he does he discovers that she has been killed. When he reports the murder, he is told that no such woman ever lived there, and when he gets back to the house there's a completely different woman staying there--who he's never seen before--who claims that she's lived there for years and no other woman has ever lived there
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Plot Summary
A driven investigative journalist, struggling with a personal tragedy, decides to revisit the unsolved murder of his sister from fifteen years prior. As he delves deeper into the cold case, he uncovers a web of deception and danger involving a powerful family and a secret society. The investigation forces him to confront dark truths about his own past and the potential complicity of those closest to him.
Critical Reception
Past Tense received a mixed reception from critics, with some praising its suspenseful plot and performances, while others found it predictable and underdeveloped. Audience reception was similarly divided, with its thriller elements appealing to some while others were put off by its darker themes and bleak atmosphere.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its attempt at suspense and intrigue.
- Criticized for a convoluted plot and underdeveloped characters.
- The performances were noted as a strong point by some reviewers.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available suggest a mixed reaction. Some viewers appreciated the mystery and thriller aspects, while others found the narrative unsatisfying and the ending disappointing.
Fun Fact
The film was part of the 'The Showtime Original Film' series, indicating it was produced for television rather than theatrical release.
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