Sasha Was Here
Sasha Was Here

Sasha Was Here

2019Movie95 minLithuanian

It's a feature-length narrative film about a middle-class couple, that wants to adopt the perfect little girl, but they end up being offered a rebellious 12-year-old boy.

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IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes78%
Metacritic68/100
Google Users85%
Director: Mike FlanaganGenres: Drama, Horror, Mystery

Plot Summary

A psychological thriller centered around a young man grappling with his past and a series of unsettling events. As his reality blurs with disturbing visions, he must confront buried trauma to uncover the truth. The narrative explores themes of memory, guilt, and the fragility of the human psyche.

Critical Reception

Sasha Was Here received mixed to positive reviews, with critics often praising its atmospheric tension and strong performances, particularly from its lead cast. Some found the plot convoluted, while others lauded its emotional depth and unsettling horror elements.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unsettling atmosphere and psychological depth.
  • Commended for the strong performances from the lead actors.
  • Criticized by some for a complex and at times confusing narrative structure.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's suspenseful nature and emotional resonance. Many viewers found the performances compelling and the horror elements effective, although a portion of the audience found the plot difficult to follow at times.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Director at the Sitges Film Festival.

Fun Fact

The film's ambiguous ending was a deliberate choice by director Mike Flanagan, who wanted to leave audiences with lingering questions and interpretations.

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