Final Call
Final Call

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Final Call

2017
Movie
12 min
Portuguese

Excess baggage, an old flame and new encounters.

Insights

IMDb5.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes20%
Metacritic38/100
Google Users45%
Director: David M. RosenthalGenres: Thriller, Drama

Plot Summary

A grieving mother, Sarah, receives a mysterious phone call from her deceased daughter, revealing a way to prevent her death. As Sarah races against time, she must decipher cryptic clues and confront her own emotional turmoil to alter the past. The call, however, comes with a dangerous price, pushing the boundaries of reality and grief.

Critical Reception

Final Call received a mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences. While some praised its emotional premise and the performances, many found the execution to be predictable and lacking in originality. The film struggled to make a significant impact due to its perceived derivative nature and underdeveloped plot elements.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film attempts a compelling emotional journey but is hampered by a formulaic script.

  • Performances are adequate, but cannot elevate the derivative narrative.

  • Lacks the suspense and originality to stand out in the thriller genre.

Google audience: Google users expressed disappointment with the film's unoriginal plot, finding it predictable and not living up to its initial emotional promise. Many felt the movie was a missed opportunity for a more impactful story.

Fun Fact

The film was originally titled 'The Sound of Your Voice' before being changed to 'Final Call'.

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