A Better Place Than This
A Better Place Than This

A Better Place Than This

2013Movie24 minEnglish

A lonely Singaporean death row guard tries to help a young Australian convicted of drug trafficking accept her fate despite a bizarre contradiction - he is her executioner.

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IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes70%
Metacritic58/100
Google Users75%
Director: Måns Mårlind, Björn SteinGenres: Drama, Sci-Fi, Thriller

Plot Summary

In a desolate, post-apocalyptic future, a group of survivors struggles to find refuge from a world ravaged by an unknown catastrophe. As they journey through a barren landscape, they encounter strange phenomena and face internal conflicts that test their will to survive. The film explores themes of hope, despair, and the enduring human spirit in the face of overwhelming adversity.

Critical Reception

A Better Place Than This received a mixed to positive reception from critics, with many praising its atmospheric tension and the performances of its lead actors. However, some found the plot to be somewhat predictable and the pacing uneven. Audience reactions were generally favorable, appreciating its bleak outlook and philosophical undertones.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its strong performances, particularly from the Skarsgård family.
  • Noted for its bleak and atmospheric depiction of a post-apocalyptic world.
  • Criticized by some for a convoluted plot and pacing issues.

Google audience: Google users largely appreciated the film's dark and thought-provoking narrative, with many highlighting the compelling acting. Some viewers found the ending to be unsatisfying, but the overall sentiment leaned towards a positive viewing experience.

Fun Fact

The film was notably one of the few instances where the entire Skarsgård acting family (Stellan, Alexander, Gustaf, and Bill) appeared together in a single project.

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