Oscar
Oscar

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Oscar

2016
Movie
12 min
English

Brilliantly mixing animated sequences and archival footage, Marie-Josée Saint-Pierre paints a touching portrait of virtuoso pianist Oscar Peterson.

Insights

IMDb4.3/10
Director: Rudi LickwoodGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A woman finds herself in a dangerous situation when her estranged father resurfaces, bringing with him a dangerous secret. As she delves deeper into her family's past, she uncovers a web of deceit and betrayal that puts her life at risk. She must confront her father and the dark truths that have been hidden for years to survive.

Critical Reception

The film received mixed to negative reviews, with critics often citing a predictable plot and underdeveloped characters. However, some praised the performances of the main cast and the attempt at a suspenseful thriller narrative.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its ensemble cast, particularly Sasha Jackson's performance.

  • Criticized for a formulaic plot that relies heavily on genre tropes.

  • Some noted the film's ambition in tackling darker themes but felt it fell short in execution.

Google audience: Audience reception appears to be largely unfavorable, with comments often mentioning a lack of originality and engagement.

Fun Fact

Despite its thriller elements, the film was primarily marketed as a domestic drama focusing on family relationships and secrets.

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