Stations
Set in working class Brisbane in 1953, Stations is an evocative short drama featuring Noni Hazelhurst as a young woman coning to terms with her romantic illusions. “A sensual piting of black-and-white social realism against memory-hazed fantasy sequences . . . It is a film of immediate and engaging feel for human weakness and strength”
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Plot Summary
A young, ambitious Los Angeles detective is assigned to investigate a series of bizarre, ritualistic murders. As he delves deeper into the case, he uncovers a dark conspiracy involving a mysterious cult and ancient secrets. The investigation forces him to confront his own inner demons and the chilling reality of human nature.
Critical Reception
Stations was not widely released and received limited critical attention upon its initial debut. Information regarding its critical reception is scarce due to its obscure nature. However, those who have seen it often point to its unsettling atmosphere and ambiguous narrative.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its genuinely creepy atmosphere and suspenseful build-up.
- Criticized for a convoluted plot that becomes difficult to follow.
- Noted for its bleak and disturbing tone, which can be alienating for some viewers.
Google audience: Audience reviews are sparse due to the film's limited availability. When available, viewers often describe it as an unsettling and atmospheric, albeit confusing, horror film.
Fun Fact
William Friedkin famously stated in interviews that he considers 'Stations' to be one of his most personal and disturbing films, exploring themes that deeply troubled him.
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