The Amateur
The Amateur

Movie spotlight

The Amateur

2014
Movie
95 min
English

The naturalistic musical drama explores the chaotic journey of artistic pursuit in contemporary Los Angeles. How much are you willing to lose to live your dream?

Insights

IMDb5.0/10
Google Users40%
Director: Noah HawleyGenres: Thriller, Drama, Mystery

Plot Summary

A young woman suffering from amnesia travels to Paris to uncover the truth about her past after a traumatic incident. She finds herself entangled in a dangerous conspiracy involving a mysterious organization and a man from her forgotten life. As she pieces together fragmented memories, she must confront betrayal and fight for survival.

Critical Reception

The film received mixed to negative reviews from critics, with many finding the plot convoluted and underdeveloped. While some praised the performances, particularly Juno Temple's, the overall narrative struggled to engage audiences.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for Juno Temple's performance.

  • Criticized for a confusing and unoriginal plot.

  • Lacked suspense and depth.

Google audience: Audience reception was largely negative, with many viewers finding the film to be predictable and lacking in tension. Some appreciated the attempt at a complex narrative but felt it ultimately failed to deliver.

Fun Fact

Noah Hawley, the director, is also known for creating and showrunning the critically acclaimed FX series 'Fargo' and 'Legion'.

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