The Great Unknown
The Great Unknown

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The Great Unknown

1970
Movie
85 min
Czech

Three detective stories, three different views of life and death... Collection of three horror short stories.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Robert ButlerGenres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young woman, afflicted with amnesia after a traumatic event, struggles to piece together her past. As she delves deeper into her forgotten memories, she uncovers a conspiracy that puts her life in danger. The line between reality and delusion blurs as she questions everyone around her and races against time to uncover the truth before she becomes a permanent victim of the unknown.

Critical Reception

The Great Unknown received a mixed reception upon its release, with critics often highlighting Patty Duke's performance while questioning the film's convoluted plot. Audiences found the thriller elements engaging but occasionally criticized the pacing and resolution.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for Patty Duke's compelling portrayal of a woman battling memory loss and paranoia.

  • Criticized for a convoluted and sometimes confusing storyline that struggles to maintain suspense.

  • The film attempts a serious exploration of psychological trauma and mystery but doesn't fully succeed.

Google audience: Audience reviews for The Great Unknown are scarce, but those available suggest a film that was interesting for its premise and lead performance but ultimately found wanting due to its narrative complexity.

Fun Fact

The film was originally conceived as a pilot for a potential television series, but it was ultimately released as a standalone feature film.

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