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Crying... Silicon Tears
This is the story of two Greek families, named Delafrangas and Bisbikides. The former family is very wealthy & lucky, the latter very poor and continually struck by fate. Poor but honest Martha is in love with Giakoumis, a young builder and bouzouki organist, but all her dreams fall apart when posh Tzela "steals" the love of her beloved one... A couple of flash backs, following their families roots back to WW2 and the Turkish domination, and a hidden secret will unfold the story's ending..
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Plot Summary
A haunting and atmospheric horror film, 'Crying... Silicon Tears' follows a woman who becomes increasingly disturbed by a mysterious doll that seems to possess a life of its own. As the doll's influence grows, it begins to manipulate events around the woman, blurring the lines between reality and hallucination. The narrative delves into themes of memory, obsession, and the uncanny.
Critical Reception
Critically, 'Crying... Silicon Tears' received a mixed to positive reception, with many praising its unsettling atmosphere and Kurosawa's distinctive directorial style. Some critics found the pacing slow and the plot occasionally opaque, while others lauded its psychological depth and disturbing imagery.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its pervasive sense of dread and unsettling imagery.
Applauded for Kiyoshi Kurosawa's masterful control of atmosphere.
Criticized by some for its deliberate pacing and ambiguous narrative.
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Fun Fact
Kiyoshi Kurosawa is known for his ability to craft deeply unnerving and psychologically complex horror films, often using subtle visual cues and sound design to create a sense of unease rather than relying on jump scares.
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