Radius
Radius

Radius

2017Movie93 minEnglish

Liam wakes from a car crash with no memory of who he is. As he makes his way into town to look for help, he finds only dead bodies, all with strange pale eyes. Liam's first assessment is that a virus is present in the air, but he soon discovers the horrible truth: anyone who comes within a 50-foot radius of him dies instantly.

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IMDb5.4/10
Google Users68%
Director: Caroline Labrèche, Steeve LéonardGenres: Sci-Fi, Thriller, Mystery

Plot Summary

A man wakes up with amnesia in a small, deserted town, only to discover that everyone else has vanished. He soon realizes that a strange phenomenon is linked to his presence, causing people to disappear whenever he gets too close. As he desperately tries to understand what's happening and find a way to reverse it, he encounters a woman who seems to be immune to his deadly proximity effect.

Critical Reception

Radius received a mixed reception from critics, with some praising its unique premise and suspenseful atmosphere, while others found its execution and pacing to be lacking. Audiences were generally divided, appreciating the novel sci-fi concept but often expressing disappointment with the unclear narrative and resolution.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its intriguing sci-fi mystery and a compelling central performance.
  • Criticized for a slow pace and an unsatisfying, ambiguous ending.
  • The film's unique 'death proximity' concept was highlighted as its strongest element.

Google audience: Google users generally found the film to be an interesting concept with a good performance from the lead, but many felt the story was underdeveloped and the ending left them wanting more clarity.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in Quebec, Canada, and despite its English title and dialogue, it features a predominantly Canadian cast and crew, reflecting the region's bilingual film industry.

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