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More

1998
Movie
6 min
English

A factory worker in a dark, gray world assembles devices that promise happiness. In his spare time he tinkers to create something better, and finally succeeds in perfecting his invention, which allows people to see life through rose-colored glasses, but he has to pay a price for his success.

Insights

IMDb6.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes57%
Director: Barbet SchroederGenres: Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young woman named Crystal travels to Miami to visit her boyfriend, Charlie. Upon arrival, she discovers he is involved in drug smuggling and has a serious cocaine addiction. Crystal finds herself drawn into Charlie's dangerous world as she tries to navigate his volatile personality and the criminal elements surrounding him. The film explores themes of addiction, desperation, and the destructive nature of unhealthy relationships.

Critical Reception

More received mixed reviews, with critics often citing its gritty portrayal of drug use and its intense atmosphere. While some praised its unflinching look at addiction and the performances, others found the film bleak and overwhelming. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some resonating with its raw depiction of struggle and others put off by its dark subject matter.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its raw and unflinching depiction of drug addiction.

  • Natasha Gregson Wagner's performance was noted as a strong element.

  • Some critics found the film too bleak and disturbing.

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Fun Fact

Natasha Gregson Wagner, who plays Crystal, is the daughter of Natalie Wood and Richard Gregson. Her mother, Natalie Wood, tragically died from drowning after a boating trip, an event that has been subject to much public discussion and speculation, particularly concerning her husband Robert Wagner and Christopher Walken.

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