Alice
Alice

Alice

2017Movie16 minEnglish

A young woman goes about her day despite the impending departure of her lover. A portrait of someone determined to carry on and an exploration of the pain of being left.

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IMDb5.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes75%
Metacritic65/100
Google Users70%
Director: Rupert GooldGenres: Drama, Fantasy, Horror

Plot Summary

This psychological thriller reimagines Lewis Carroll's classic tale through a modern, darker lens. Alice finds herself trapped in a nightmarish, surreal world where she must confront her own demons and the twisted reality around her. The film explores themes of identity, societal pressures, and the fragility of sanity.

Critical Reception

Alice (2017) received mixed to positive reviews, with particular praise for its dark and atmospheric take on the source material and Juno Temple's performance. Some critics found the narrative disjointed, while others appreciated its bold reinterpretation and unsettling tone.

What Reviewers Say

  • Visually striking and thematically ambitious.
  • Juno Temple delivers a compelling and intense performance.
  • A dark, modern, and unsettling interpretation of a classic story.

Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the film's disturbing atmosphere and unique visual style, though some found the plot confusing. Many appreciated the mature and psychological approach to the Alice narrative.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Costume Design at the British Independent Film Awards.

Fun Fact

The film was originally conceived as a theatre production before being adapted for television and later released.

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