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High Tide
This film explores how environmental issues like climate change drastically affect sea levels and to an extent, the locals who live in coastal villages. At the center of it all is a young boy who is orphaned due to a massive typhoon and loses his ability to speak.
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Plot Summary
A former boxer, struggling with addiction and haunted by his past, tries to reconnect with his estranged daughter. He finds himself drawn back into the criminal underworld he desperately tried to leave behind when an old associate resurfaces with a dangerous proposition. The film explores themes of redemption, the consequences of choices, and the fragile nature of family bonds.
Critical Reception
High Tide (2017) received a mixed to positive reception from critics and audiences. While some praised its gritty atmosphere and strong lead performance, others found the pacing to be uneven and the plot somewhat predictable.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its raw, gritty portrayal of a troubled protagonist.
Some critics noted a lack of originality in its crime drama tropes.
The film's emotional core, centered on the father-daughter relationship, was often highlighted as a strength.
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Fun Fact
The film was shot on location in and around Los Angeles, aiming for an authentic depiction of the urban landscape.
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