The Fault
The Fault

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The Fault

1980
Movie
120 min
Portuguese

Guinea-Bissau: Portuguese Colony, year: 1973. An Ex-military returns to his hometown. Bringing back with him a vague sense of guilt due to the killing of two men (a soldier and a native) by his sounding of the alarm during one given night.

Insights

IMDb5.8/10
Director: T.J. ScottGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A successful but troubled musician returns to his hometown after years away, only to find himself entangled in a dark family secret. As he delves deeper, he uncovers a web of lies and betrayal that threatens to consume him.

Critical Reception

The Fault received mixed reviews upon its release. While some critics praised its intense atmosphere and strong performances, others found the plot convoluted and the pacing uneven.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its dark and brooding atmosphere.

  • Michael Parks' performance was often highlighted as a strong point.

  • Criticized for its predictable plot twists and underdeveloped supporting characters.

Google audience: Audience reception for The Fault is largely unavailable through public aggregated reviews. Early commentary suggested a niche appeal for fans of intense thrillers.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on a relatively low budget, which reportedly led to some creative compromises during production.

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