Gone
Gone

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Gone

2002
Movie
80 min
English

After the rapture, three lawyers struggle to survive.

Insights

IMDb5.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes38%
Metacritic47/100
Google Users50%
Director: Mike FiggisGenres: Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A detective, haunted by the unsolved disappearance of his daughter years earlier, takes on a new case involving a missing woman. As he delves deeper into the investigation, the lines between his personal obsession and professional duty begin to blur. He encounters a cast of enigmatic characters, each potentially holding a piece of the puzzle, leading him on a psychological journey through betrayal and deception.

Critical Reception

Gone received a mixed reception from critics. While some praised its atmospheric tension and Scott Glenn's performance, others found the plot convoluted and the pacing uneven. The film's dark and melancholic tone was a recurring point of discussion.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its moody atmosphere and a strong central performance by Scott Glenn.

  • Criticized for a confusing narrative and slow pacing.

  • The film's exploration of grief and obsession was noted, though not always effectively executed.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a divided opinion, with some appreciating the film's dark tone and dramatic performances, while others found the story difficult to follow and ultimately unsatisfying.

Fun Fact

Director Mike Figgis shot "Gone" on digital video, which was still a relatively new technology for feature filmmaking at the time, contributing to its distinct visual style.

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