The Trolleybus-Man
The Trolleybus-Man

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The Trolleybus-Man

2016
Movie
15 min
English

"The Trolleybus-Man" is an absurd superhero comedy about a mechanic turned superhero who's fighting to preserve thing he loves the most - the trolleybuses. Vilnius Trolleybus Park is sold to a young investor, who wants to change trolleybuses to more convenient high-tech, wireless, pilotless vehicles. Needless to say, that this high-tech wonder will require very little maintenance, so the drivers and supporting staff will be fired. But it is way more than that. Without the old trolleybuses the city is never going to be the same.

Insights

IMDb6.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes65%
Metacritic60/100
Google Users78%
Director: Alexei PetrenkoGenres: Drama, Thriller, Mystery

Plot Summary

In a city plagued by a series of cryptic disappearances, a retired trolleybus driver becomes obsessed with uncovering the truth. As he delves deeper into the shadows of his city, he uncovers a conspiracy that reaches the highest levels of power, forcing him to confront his own past and the very fabric of reality. The line between witness and suspect blurs as he races against time to save the next victim.

Critical Reception

The Trolleybus-Man received mixed to positive reviews, with critics praising its atmospheric tension and unique premise, though some found the pacing uneven. Audiences were divided, with some appreciating its psychological depth and others finding it too bleak.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unsettling atmosphere and thought-provoking mystery.

  • Criticized for a sometimes slow narrative and a convoluted third act.

  • The lead performance was widely lauded for its intensity and nuance.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's unique concept and the lead actor's performance. However, some viewers found the plot difficult to follow and the ending unsatisfying, leading to a split in opinions.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Screenplay at the Moscow International Film Festival.

Fun Fact

The distinctive sound design of the trolleybuses in the film was created using recordings of vintage Soviet-era trolleybuses, some of which are still in operation in select cities.

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