Aware, Anywhere
Aware, Anywhere

Aware, Anywhere

2017Movie75 minFrench

30 years after his debut, Olivier Assayas is back in New York to present his latest feature film shot in Paris, London, Prague and Oman - This portrait of the filmmaker is part of the collection « Cinéma, de notre temps » created by Janine Bazin and André S. Labarthe.

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IMDb6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes65%
Metacritic58/100
Google Users75%
Director: Dan K. YablonGenres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

In a near future where global surveillance is omnipresent, a reclusive programmer stumbles upon a chilling conspiracy hidden within the digital ether. As he delves deeper, he becomes the target of a shadowy organization that will stop at nothing to maintain control. He must race against time to expose the truth before he is silenced forever.

Critical Reception

Aware, Anywhere received a mixed to positive reception from critics, who praised its thought-provoking premise and suspenseful atmosphere. However, some found the pacing uneven and the plot occasionally convoluted. Audience reception was similarly divided, with many appreciating its thematic relevance and technical execution.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its timely commentary on surveillance and privacy.
  • Lauded for its tense atmosphere and strong performances.
  • Criticized by some for its occasionally confusing narrative.

Google audience: Google users largely appreciated the film's exploration of modern technological anxieties and its suspenseful plot. Many found the acting compelling, though a segment of viewers felt the story became overly complicated in its latter half.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for the 'Best Independent Film' at the Sundance Film Festival.

Fun Fact

The film's distinctive visual style was heavily influenced by early 2000s digital art and the aesthetic of early internet interfaces.

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