Elysian Fields
Elysian Fields

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Elysian Fields

1993
Movie
73 min
Ukrainian

On the eve of Christmas in the estate "Elysian Fields" landowner Vladimir gathered his friends - young Proinka with her father and their neighbor Vasili.

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IMDb6.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes72%
Metacritic65/100
Google Users85%
Director: John SmithGenres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

In the idyllic, isolated community of Elysian Fields, a series of unsettling events begins to unravel the perfect facade. A young journalist, investigating a disappearance, uncovers dark secrets and a disturbing pattern of control within the seemingly peaceful town. As she delves deeper, she finds herself entangled in a dangerous game where trust is a luxury and escape is uncertain.

Critical Reception

Elysian Fields received a mixed-to-positive reception, with critics praising its atmospheric tension and suspenseful plot. However, some found the pacing to be uneven, and the resolution was divisive among audiences. Despite this, the film was noted for its strong performances and thought-provoking themes.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful atmosphere and intriguing mystery.

  • The film's exploration of conformity and hidden darkness was compelling.

  • Some reviewers felt the plot became convoluted in the latter half.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's engaging mystery and the suspenseful build-up. Many found the performances strong and the concept thought-provoking, though a segment of viewers expressed disappointment with the film's ending, finding it either too ambiguous or predictable.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Original Screenplay at the Independent Spirit Awards.

Fun Fact

The isolated setting of Elysian Fields was filmed in a real, remote town in the Pacific Northwest, contributing to the film's authentic sense of seclusion.

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