High Tide
High Tide

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High Tide

2013
Movie
14 min
Spanish

Ivan lives with his mother in the daily routine. Without prior notice, Jacobo, the oldest son who was absent, comes back home; desperate for his own situation he decides to start a short trip with his younger brother, Ivan. All along the journey they will learn to understand each other, they will try to make up for lost time and rebuild their affective bonds.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Liron SegevGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

High Tide is a drama-thriller that follows a young boy named Yuval who is grappling with the complexities of his family life. His mother is undergoing treatment for cancer, and his father, a detective, is distant and preoccupied with his work. Yuval finds solace and escape in his imagination, creating a fantasy world where he is a hero. However, the lines between reality and fantasy begin to blur as he struggles to cope with the emotional turmoil surrounding him.

Critical Reception

High Tide received a mixed to positive reception from critics, who praised its emotional depth and the performances of its young lead. Some found the pacing occasionally slow, but generally acknowledged the film's sensitive portrayal of childhood trauma and resilience. Audiences also responded positively to the film's heartfelt narrative.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its sensitive handling of difficult themes.

  • The young lead actor delivers a compelling and moving performance.

  • Some critics noted a deliberate, sometimes slow, narrative pace.

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Fun Fact

The film explores themes of escapism through fantasy as a coping mechanism for children facing severe family challenges.

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