Face 2 Face
Face 2 Face

Face 2 Face

2017
Movie
88 min
English

Over a series of video chats, a teenage outcast reaches out to his childhood friend, but finds that behind the veneer of popularity and a seemingly perfect life, she hides a disturbing secret.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Matthias GlasnerGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

A successful but deeply unhappy psychotherapist faces a profound crisis when he confronts a former patient, sparking a journey of introspection and demanding a reevaluation of his own life choices. As he delves into his past and his personal relationships fracture, he must confront the consequences of his professional detachment and the facade he has built.

Critical Reception

Matthias Glasner's 'Face 2 Face' garnered mixed to positive reviews, with many critics acknowledging its ambitious psychological depth and strong lead performance. However, some found the film's pacing deliberate and its themes of alienation and existential dread occasionally overwhelming. Audiences were divided, with some appreciating its intellectual rigor and others finding it too bleak.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unflinching exploration of a therapist's psyche.
  • Lars Eidinger's performance as the conflicted protagonist received significant acclaim.
  • Some reviews noted the film's demanding and often uncomfortable narrative.

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Fun Fact

The film was screened in the Panorama section of the 67th Berlin International Film Festival.

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Reno

**The tale of a virtual friendship!** It is a B movie and a good one too. Another 'Open Windows' or 'Unfiended' kind, but much better. Because, of course it was more cinematic than real, but thematically slightly inspiring. Inspiring to ...