Repeated Absences
Repeated Absences

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Repeated Absences

1972
Movie
79 min
French

François Naulet turns his bedroom into an island of drugs, loneliness and despair.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: David R. SmithGenres: Drama, Mystery

Plot Summary

In a quiet suburban town, a young woman named Sarah begins to experience unsettling bouts of memory loss, finding herself in unfamiliar places with no recollection of how she got there. As these 'repeated absences' become more frequent and intense, she starts to uncover a hidden past and a conspiracy that threatens her sanity and her very identity. She must race against time to piece together the fragmented memories before her reality completely unravels.

Critical Reception

Repeated Absences (1972) garnered mixed reviews upon its release. While praised for its atmospheric tension and a compelling central performance, some critics found the plot convoluted and the resolution unsatisfying. Audiences were somewhat divided, with some appreciating its psychological depth and others finding it too slow-paced.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful atmosphere and intriguing premise.

  • Criticized by some for a confusing narrative and an anticlimactic ending.

  • The lead actress's performance was frequently highlighted as a strong point.

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Fun Fact

The director, David R. Smith, reportedly drew inspiration for the film's ambiguous plot from a personal experience where he briefly forgot a significant portion of his day.

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