Things Behind the Sun
Now that Itzhak's father is in a coma, and dying, Itzhak is finally willing to visit him, thus breaking a ten-year silence. During his visits to the hospital, Itzhak, a beaten and reserved man, is frustrated to find himself neglected by his own family: his wife, a long suppressed artist whose life's dream is fulfilled that same week; his twenty-seven-year-old son - a "philosopher" still living at home; and his twenty-five-year-old daughter - a tormented lesbian who has had no contact with her family for a long time. Itzhak doesn't realize, though, that his ten year old daughter, Didush, neglected and almost invisible to her family, is secretly visiting her grandfather whom she has never met previously and sets out to discover the old family secret.
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Plot Summary
A young woman awakens with amnesia in a strange hospital, with no memory of her past or how she got there. As she tries to piece together her identity, she uncovers dark secrets and a dangerous conspiracy that puts her life at risk. She must confront her forgotten past to survive.
Critical Reception
Things Behind the Sun received a generally mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences. While some appreciated its attempt at a suspenseful thriller with a twist, many found the plot convoluted and the execution lacking. The film struggled to gain significant traction or widespread critical acclaim.
What Reviewers Say
- A predictable thriller with a weak narrative.
- Lacked suspense and character development.
- The plot twists felt unearned and confusing.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available suggest disappointment with the film's underdeveloped plot and a lack of engaging performances, leading to an overall unmemorable experience.
Fun Fact
Despite its thriller elements, the film was noted by some for its attempt to explore themes of memory and identity, though critics felt these were not fully realized.
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