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Skeletons
In writer-director Nick Whitfield's black indie comedy, a pair of "exorcists" (Ed Gaughan and Andrew Buckley) with the power to rid people of their secrets agree to help a woman (Paprika Steen) whose daughter (Tuppence Middleton) is mute -- and whose husband is missing. Jason Isaacs co-stars as the mysterious Colonel, who seems to be calling the shots from the sidelines of the duo's shadowy enterprise.
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Plot Summary
A former spy, haunted by his past and a mysterious illness, returns to his childhood home. He encounters a reclusive former colleague and his wife, stirring up old secrets and unresolved tensions. As the line between reality and paranoia blurs, he must confront the Skeletons of his past to find a way to survive.
Critical Reception
Skeletons received a mixed to positive reception, with many critics praising its atmospheric tension and performances, particularly Andrew Scott's. However, some found the plot to be somewhat underdeveloped and the pacing occasionally slow. It was noted for its psychological horror elements and a sense of creeping dread.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its unsettling atmosphere and strong lead performance.
Criticized for a plot that doesn't fully deliver on its intriguing premise.
Appreciated for its slow-burn psychological tension.
Google audience: Audience reception data for 'Skeletons (2010)' on Google is not readily available.
Fun Fact
The film was screened at the Toronto International Film Festival in 2010 as part of the 'Midnight Madness' program.
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