TIDE

A secluded coastal town is thrown into chaos when a series of inexplicable events begin to occur following the discovery of an ancient artifact. As the tides grow more unpredictable and strange occurrences plague the residents, a local historian races against time to uncover the artifact's secrets before it consumes the town entirely.

Tide received mixed reviews, with praise for its atmospheric tension and visual style, but criticism for its pacing and convoluted plot. Audiences were divided, appreciating the unique premise but finding the narrative challenging to follow at times.

• Praised for its unsettling atmosphere and striking cinematography.
• Criticized for a plot that becomes too complicated and slow-moving.
• Performances are generally strong, but cannot salvage the script's weaknesses.

Google audience: Audiences largely appreciated the film's eerie mood and innovative concept, finding it a thought-provoking thriller. However, many felt the story was underdeveloped and occasionally confusing, leading to a less satisfying conclusion.

Nominated for Best Cinematography at the Independent Film Awards.

The distinctive sound design for the 'tide' sequences was created by sampling recordings of whale songs mixed with industrial machinery.