Neptune
Neptune

Movie spotlight

Neptune

2017
Movie
18 min
Portuguese

The growing desire between Sandro and Maicon.

Insights

IMDb6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes65%
Metacritic58/100
Google Users75%
Director: Agnieszka HollandGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A former intelligence agent living in a remote cabin is drawn back into a dangerous world when her son, who is investigating environmental crimes, disappears. She must confront a shadowy organization and her own past to find him and uncover the truth behind his investigation.

Critical Reception

Neptune received mixed to positive reviews, with critics praising its suspenseful atmosphere, strong performances, and timely themes. Some found the plot somewhat convoluted, but overall, it was recognized for its ambition and engaging narrative.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its tense atmosphere and relevant environmental themes.

  • Maja Ostaszewska's performance as the determined mother was frequently highlighted.

  • Some critics found the plot development to be a bit too complex or predictable.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's suspense and the lead actress's performance, finding it to be a thought-provoking thriller with important messages about environmental protection.

Fun Fact

The film's Polish title, 'Pokot', translates to 'The Hunt' or 'The Game Bag', referencing the controversial hunting themes explored in the narrative.

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