Sunstrokes
Sunstrokes

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Sunstrokes

2014
Movie
102 min
Spanish

A group of girlfriends gather almost every day to sunbathe in the terrace of a building, in an age where getting the perfect tan was everything.

Insights

IMDb6.1/10
Director: Måns Mårlind, Björn SteinGenres: Drama, Thriller, Crime

Plot Summary

In this dark thriller, a man struggling with addiction and a troubled past returns to his childhood home in rural Sweden after his father's death. He soon finds himself entangled in a web of family secrets and a violent underworld, forcing him to confront his demons and fight for survival.

Critical Reception

Sunstrokes received a mixed to positive reception from critics, who praised its atmospheric tension and strong performances, particularly from Alexander Skarsgård. However, some found the plot to be somewhat predictable and underdeveloped.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its moody atmosphere and strong lead performance.

  • Criticized for a somewhat convoluted plot and lack of originality.

  • Acknowledged for its dark and gritty portrayal of family dysfunction.

Google audience: Audience reception data for 'Sunstrokes' on Google is not readily available.

Fun Fact

The film is a remake of the 1988 Danish film of the same name.

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