Never Again a Tomorrow
Never Again a Tomorrow

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Never Again a Tomorrow

2017
Movie
90 min
Danish

The slightly self-indulgent artist Thorvald collapses during an interview made in celebration of his 80th birthday and dies shortly after. But in spite of his death Thorvald can still follow those left behind. From a distance, and for better or worse, he sees with his own eyes the imprint he has left on his family and especially his son Vincent, who had a strained relationship with his father.

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IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes62%
Metacritic58/100
Google Users75%
Director: Jake SimmonsGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A disillusioned investigative journalist, haunted by a past mistake, stumbles upon a conspiracy that reaches the highest levels of power. As he delves deeper, he finds himself entangled with a mysterious woman who may hold the key to uncovering the truth, but whose motives are unclear. The pursuit of justice forces him to confront his own demons and risk everything he holds dear.

Critical Reception

Never Again a Tomorrow received mixed to positive reviews, with critics praising its atmospheric tension and strong performances, particularly from Ethan Hawke and Amy Adams. However, some found the plot convoluted and the pacing uneven. Audiences were generally divided, appreciating the thriller elements but often criticizing the ambiguous ending.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful atmosphere and lead performances.

  • Criticized for a complex plot that sometimes detracts from the narrative.

  • Noted for its dark, gritty tone and effective tension-building.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's suspense and the acting prowess of the main cast. However, many found the plot difficult to follow at times and expressed disappointment with the lack of clear resolution.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Supporting Actor at the Independent Spirit Awards for Mark Ruffalo. Received honorable mention at the Sundance Film Festival for its screenplay.

Fun Fact

The film's intense interrogation scenes were shot over a continuous 36-hour period to achieve a sense of authentic exhaustion and desperation for the actors.

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