Betraying Reason
Betraying Reason

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Betraying Reason

2003
Movie
95 min
English

Reason Boles is on a mission to stop loggers from destroying his family's ancestral land. In a chance encounter, he meets Addy and her 7-year-old daughter Bell, who are fleeing their past in the hopes of starting a new life. Together, Reason and Addy are given the chance to transcend the violence in their lives, or be destroyed by it.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Kari VäänänenGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A man, after losing his job, decides to fulfill his dream of becoming a writer and seeks inspiration in a remote cabin. However, his solitary retreat is interrupted by unexpected visitors and a series of bizarre events that challenge his perception of reality and his sanity.

Critical Reception

Betraying Reason received a mixed reception from critics, with some praising its quirky humor and performances, while others found its narrative disjointed and its themes underdeveloped. Audiences seemed to appreciate its unique approach to storytelling.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its dark humor and unconventional narrative.

  • Some critics found the plot to be slow-paced and somewhat confusing.

  • Performances were generally well-regarded, particularly by the main cast.

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Fun Fact

The film was shot in Finland and features a distinctively Finnish sense of humor and landscape.

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