Long Way Back Home
Long Way Back Home

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Long Way Back Home

2018
Movie
8 min
English

A man returns to his hometown of Memphis looking for his brothers, who are in trouble with the law. Inspired by the song "Long Way Back Home" by Lucero.

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IMDb5.5/10
Director: Joost van GinkelGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young woman finds herself drawn into a dangerous world after discovering her estranged father's past. As she delves deeper, she uncovers secrets that threaten her own safety and force her to confront unsettling truths about her family. The film follows her perilous journey as she navigates deception and betrayal in an attempt to reclaim her identity.

Critical Reception

Long Way Back Home received mixed to positive reviews. Critics often praised the atmospheric tension and the performances of the lead actors, particularly Abbey Hoes. However, some found the plot to be predictable or convoluted at times, with pacing issues impacting the overall effectiveness of the thriller elements.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its atmospheric suspense and strong lead performance.

  • Criticized by some for a sometimes convoluted or predictable plot.

  • The film effectively builds tension, though the narrative could be tighter.

Google audience: Audience reception is not widely documented or aggregated on Google.

Fun Fact

The film was an official selection at the Shanghai International Film Festival in 2018.

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