The Year I Lost My Mind
The Year I Lost My Mind

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The Year I Lost My Mind

2017
Movie
85 min
German

Tom is a lonely young man. During a burglary with his best friend he becomes obsessed with the victim, Lars, a young history lecturer who lives in the apartment. Tom starts to observe Lars secretly and pursue him without revealing his existence or feelings for him. At the same time, Tom is developing a second obsession to a motorcyclist that he occasionally sees. More and more Tom gets lost in a labyrinth of passions. As Lars discovers him, the persecutor becomes the persecuted leading to a shocking confrontation.

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes78%
Metacritic62/100
Google Users85%
Director: Gillian GreeneGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

In this coming-of-age comedy-drama, a quirky and introverted teenager navigates the awkwardness of adolescence during a pivotal summer. Dealing with first crushes, changing friendships, and family eccentricities, she attempts to find her place in the world and discover her own identity amidst the chaos of growing up. The film captures the bittersweet moments of youth with humor and heart.

Critical Reception

The Year I Lost My Mind received generally positive reviews, with critics praising its authentic portrayal of teenage angst and its charming humor. Audiences connected with the relatable characters and the film's nostalgic feel, though some found the plot somewhat predictable.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its witty dialogue and strong lead performance.

  • Appreciated for its honest and often humorous depiction of teenage struggles.

  • Noted for its endearing characters and nostalgic atmosphere.

Google audience: Audience reviews frequently highlight the film's relatability and humor, with many appreciating the authentic portrayal of adolescent experiences and the heartwarming story. Some viewers found it a bit slow in parts but overall enjoyed its charm.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Independent Feature at the Canadian Screen Awards. Won Audience Award at the Whistler Film Festival.

Fun Fact

The film's director, Gillian Greene, drew inspiration for the story from her own awkward teenage experiences and the music she listened to during that time.

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CinemaSerf

CinemaSerf

Sorry, but this is just preposterous and bizarre! "Tom" (Alexander Tsypilev) is routinely burgling a flat when he encounters the semi naked, sleeping, "Lars" (Julien Lickert). Not unsurprisingly, he becomes a bit obsessed and when this lect...