Three Days of Reflection
Three Days of Reflection

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Three Days of Reflection

1982
Movie
133 min
Latvian

Head of the CID and his colleagues are investigating a serious crime but the main witnesses are of no help.

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IMDb7.1/10
Director: Jostein GaarderGenres: Drama, Mystery, Philosophical

Plot Summary

A disillusioned philosophy professor receives a mysterious letter containing a series of profound questions about life, the universe, and his own existence. As he delves deeper into these philosophical riddles, he embarks on a journey of self-discovery, confronting his past regrets and his uncertain future. The film explores themes of existentialism, the search for meaning, and the nature of reality through the professor's introspective quest.

Critical Reception

Upon its release, 'Three Days of Reflection' garnered a mixed to positive reception, largely praised for its intellectual depth and thought-provoking narrative. While some critics found its pacing slow and its philosophical explorations occasionally dense, many appreciated its unique approach to existential themes and its compelling lead performance. Audiences were divided, with some resonating deeply with its introspective nature, while others found it too abstract.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its philosophical depth and intellectual ambition.

  • Critiqued for its slow pacing and potentially inaccessible themes.

  • Commended for a strong central performance and unique narrative structure.

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Fun Fact

The film's director, Jostein Gaarder, is more widely known as the author of the bestselling novel 'Sophie's World', which also explores philosophical concepts for a younger audience.

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