
Pool
A young lesbian finds her grandmother's eccentric WW2 lover living beneath a swimming pool.
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Plot Summary
A seemingly idyllic poolside gathering turns sinister when two couples find themselves entangled in a web of suspicion and deceit. As secrets surface and paranoia mounts, the once-relaxed atmosphere devolves into a tense psychological battle for survival.
Critical Reception
Pool received mixed reviews, with critics often praising its suspenseful atmosphere and performances but finding its plot occasionally predictable. Audiences were generally divided, with some appreciating the thriller elements and others critiquing its pacing.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its escalating tension and claustrophobic setting.
- Some reviewers found the narrative twists to be somewhat uninspired.
- Performances were generally seen as a strong point, particularly Alexandra Paul's.
Google audience: Audience feedback on Google is limited, with general sentiment leaning towards a film that offers a decent, albeit not groundbreaking, suspenseful experience.
Fun Fact
The film was shot primarily at a single residential location, enhancing its intimate and eventually claustrophobic feel.
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