Regression
Regression

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Regression

1999
Movie
17 min
English

A portrait of the artist as a not so young man. The film-maker attempts to enter the digital age by making a new video version of his 1978 film 7P.

Insights

IMDb6.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes44%
Metacritic55/100
Google Users60%
Director: Richard EyreGenres: Crime, Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A detective investigates a series of ritualistic murders in a small town, uncovering a complex web of deceit and repressed memories. As he delves deeper, he finds himself entangled with a mysterious young man who may hold the key to the truth, forcing him to confront his own past. The investigation takes a dark turn, blurring the lines between reality and delusion.

Critical Reception

The film received mixed to negative reviews from critics, who were divided on its complex narrative and pacing. While some praised the performances, particularly from Harrison Ford, others found the plot convoluted and unsatisfying. Audiences were similarly split, with some appreciating the suspenseful atmosphere and others feeling let down by the resolution.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its tense atmosphere and strong lead performances.

  • Criticized for a confusing and ultimately disappointing plot.

  • Some reviewers found the psychological elements compelling, while others felt they were underdeveloped.

Google audience: Google users generally found the film to be a decent thriller with a good performance from Harrison Ford, though many expressed that the story became too convoluted and the ending was anticlimactic.

Fun Fact

The film was originally intended to be a straightforward thriller, but during production, it was heavily rewritten to incorporate more psychological and ambiguous elements, contributing to its divisive reception.

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