Cracks
Cracks

Cracks

2009Movie104 minEnglish

Jealousy flares after the headmistress of an elite boarding school for girls becomes obsessed with a new student.

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IMDb6.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes72%
Metacritic64/100
Google Users66%
Director: Jordan ScottGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

In an all-girls boarding school in the 1930s, a charismatic gymnastics teacher, Miss G, inspires devotion in her students. However, her hold on them begins to fray with the arrival of Fiamma, a mysterious new girl with a dark past and an equally captivating hold over the other students, leading to intense rivalry and psychological manipulation.

Critical Reception

Cracks received mixed to positive reviews from critics, with particular praise for its atmospheric direction and performances, especially from Eva Green and Juno Temple. Some critics found the film's pacing and narrative development to be slow, while others appreciated its exploration of themes like obsession, jealousy, and repressed desire.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praise for Eva Green's intense and captivating performance.
  • Appreciation for the film's moody atmosphere and visual style.
  • Criticism regarding a slow pace and underdeveloped plot elements.

Google audience: Audiences generally found the film to be visually striking and well-acted, though some noted that the story felt ambiguous and occasionally difficult to follow. The performances were frequently highlighted as a strong point, with many appreciating the dark, psychological themes explored.

Awards & Accolades

None notable.

Fun Fact

Director Jordan Scott is the daughter of acclaimed filmmaker Ridley Scott, and 'Cracks' was her feature directorial debut.

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