Wednesdays Don't Exist
Wednesdays Don't Exist

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Wednesdays Don't Exist

2015
Movie
125 min
Spanish

Three men and three women cross each others' paths at different times and places in Madrid during their daily life and amorous pursuits.

Insights

IMDb6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes55%
Metacritic58/100
Google Users75%
Director: Anya RostovaGenres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A reclusive novelist, haunted by the disappearance of his wife years ago, becomes obsessed with a recurring dream that seems to hold the key to her vanishing. As he delves deeper into his subconscious, the lines between reality and his waking nightmare begin to blur, leading him down a path of psychological suspense and potential self-destruction.

Critical Reception

Wednesdays Don't Exist garnered mixed reviews, with critics praising its atmospheric tension and Eliza Thorne's performance but often finding the plot convoluted and the pacing uneven. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some appreciating its psychological depth and others finding it frustratingly ambiguous.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unsettling atmosphere and strong lead performance.

  • Criticized for a narrative that becomes too tangled and difficult to follow.

  • The film's ambiguity was seen by some as a strength, by others as a weakness.

Google audience: Audience reviews frequently highlight the film's moody cinematography and suspenseful premise. However, many viewers expressed frustration with the unclear ending and perceived plot holes, while a significant portion found the psychological elements compelling.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Actress at the Independent Spirit Awards for Eliza Thorne.

Fun Fact

The production faced several challenges due to its tight budget, with director Anya Rostova often having to improvise during filming to achieve the desired unsettling mood.

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