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VITRIOL
Lola is a twenty-five year old who is about to graduate in architecture at the University of Naples with a thesis on the correlations between buildings and Masonic symbolism during the Bourbon period to be documented with her handycam. Helped by Davide, Lola embarks on a journey made of archaeological discoveries, descents into underground tunnels and mysterious discoveries. The discovery of a strange object, however, leads her to the discovery of the Egyptian Osiridean Order, an ancient esoteric order kept hidden for some time.
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Plot Summary
A young woman, Fia, returns to her estranged father's remote estate after his sudden death, hoping to find closure. However, her arrival stirs up old secrets and resentments among the family and staff. As Fia delves deeper, she uncovers a dark truth about her father's past and the sinister forces that still linger on the estate.
Critical Reception
Vitriol received a mixed reception from critics, with praise often directed at its atmospheric tension and lead performance, while some found the plot predictable and underdeveloped. Audience reception was similarly divided, appreciating the suspenseful elements but sometimes criticizing the pacing.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its unsettling atmosphere and Katia Winter's compelling performance.
Criticized for a conventional plot and occasional pacing issues.
The film effectively builds suspense but struggles to deliver a fully satisfying resolution.
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Fun Fact
The film was shot on location in Sweden, aiming to leverage the country's natural landscapes to enhance the sense of isolation and dread.
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