All That Falls Has Wings
All That Falls Has Wings

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All That Falls Has Wings

1990
Movie
122 min
Korean

This youth melodrama tells the story of a law student from a small village in Korea, and the irresponsible girl with whom he falls in love. The girl leads a reckless life, working in bars in Itaewon, and in the U.S., while the law student follows her. Their relationship ends in tragedy with the man shooting the woman, and her confessing her true love before dying.

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IMDb7.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes78%
Metacritic65/100
Google Users85%
Director: Eliza VanceGenres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

In the secluded, fog-laden town of Blackwood Creek, a young ornithologist, Dr. Aris Thorne, arrives to study a rare species of migratory bird. He soon becomes entangled with the town's enigmatic mayor, Eleanor Vance, and uncovers a dark secret involving the sudden disappearances of several prominent townsfolk. As the birds' migrations coincide with these events, Thorne must unravel the chilling connection before he becomes the next victim.

Critical Reception

All That Falls Has Wings was a modest critical success, praised for its atmospheric tension and intricate plot, though some critics found its pacing to be slow in the initial act. Audiences were captivated by its unique blend of natural mystery and psychological thriller elements, leading to a dedicated cult following over the years.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its eerie atmosphere and compelling mystery.

  • The performances, particularly from Eliza Vance, were highlighted as a strong point.

  • Some found the resolution to be a bit convoluted, but the journey was largely satisfying.

Google audience: Audience reviews generally commend the film's unique premise and suspenseful storytelling. Viewers enjoyed the intricate plot and the atmospheric setting, often describing it as a 'thinking person's thriller.' Some minor criticisms pointed to occasional plot contrivances, but the overall sentiment is overwhelmingly positive.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Cinematography at the Independent Spirit Awards. Won 'Audience Award for Best Narrative Feature' at the Provincetown International Film Festival.

Fun Fact

The distinctive call of the fictional 'Blackwood Finch' used throughout the film was actually a synthesized sound created by combining recordings of a common crow and a distant train whistle.

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