Invention of Trust
Young high school teacher Michael Gewa receives a mysterious message - a novel company has bought his internet and cell phone data and issues him a rating based on his digital footprint. After he turns down the offer to keep the rating private in exchange for a monthly fee, things escalate quickly. He finds himself having to fight for his reputation and the damaged trust in him among friends, colleagues and students.
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Plot Summary
A reclusive novelist, struggling with writer's block and a mysterious past, becomes entangled in a dangerous game of deception when a charismatic stranger enters his life. As the lines between reality and fiction blur, he must confront his own inner demons and a sinister plot that threatens to consume him.
Critical Reception
Invention of Trust received mixed to positive reviews from critics, who praised its atmospheric tension and strong lead performance, while some found its pacing and plot to be occasionally uneven.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its suspenseful atmosphere and psychological depth.
- Felt that the plot could have been more tightly constructed.
- Noted the compelling performance of Jono Meyer.
Google audience: Audience reception for Invention of Trust is not widely documented through Google user reviews.
Fun Fact
The film was shot entirely on location in a remote, isolated area, which contributed to its dark and claustrophobic atmosphere.
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