Deja Vu
Deja Vu

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Deja Vu

2018
Movie
87 min
Korean

Jimin has killed a girl in a car accident when she was driving with her fiance Woojin. From that night, she experiences terrifying hallucination seeing the dead girl. Unable to bear it, she finally goes to the police to report the truth, only to find that she didn’t actually have a car accident.

Insights

IMDb7.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes56%
Metacritic65/100
Google Users76%
Director: Tony ScottGenres: Action, Crime, Mystery, Sci-Fi, Thriller

Plot Summary

A ATF agent is sent to investigate a domestic terrorist bombing that has killed hundreds. He discovers a experimental surveillance technology that allows him to see into the past. The agent uses this technology to find the bomber and prevent the attack, but he becomes obsessed with a woman he sees in the past and tries to save her.

Critical Reception

Déjà Vu received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its suspenseful plot, Denzel Washington's performance, and Tony Scott's distinctive visual style. However, some critics found the science fiction elements and plot convoluted.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its inventive premise and thrilling action sequences.

  • Denzel Washington's performance is a standout element.

  • The film's complex narrative and sci-fi elements were polarizing for some.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's suspenseful plot and the unique concept of time travel investigation. Many found Denzel Washington's performance compelling, though some viewers expressed confusion regarding the intricate plot mechanics.

Fun Fact

The film's innovative '4-D' surveillance technology was visually represented using a combination of CGI and practical effects, with the team creating a virtual set that allowed them to manipulate time and perspective.

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