Call Myshkin
Call Myshkin

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Call Myshkin

2018
Movie
85 min
Russian

All his life Myshkin was dreaming about becoming an actor. And now eight years old Dasha is trying to help him.

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IMDb5.1/10
Director: Scott B.Genres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

In a starkly rendered urban landscape, a disillusioned detective, Myshkin, grapples with a series of unsettling disappearances. As he delves deeper into the city's underbelly, he encounters a cast of characters that blur the lines between reality and delusion. Myshkin's own sanity is tested as the case forces him to confront his own past traumas and the very nature of truth.

Critical Reception

Call Myshkin (2018) received a mixed to negative reception, with critics often citing its ambitious but ultimately muddled narrative and uneven pacing. While some appreciated its stylistic choices and attempts at psychological depth, many found it failed to deliver a cohesive or satisfying viewing experience. Audience reactions were similarly divided, with some viewers connecting with its darker themes and others feeling lost in its abstract complexities.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film is praised for its distinctive visual style and brooding atmosphere.

  • Critics often point to a convoluted plot that detracts from the potential of its themes.

  • The performances are noted as a mixed bag, with some strong turns overshadowed by a lack of clear character development.

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Fun Fact

The film's title character, Myshkin, is a direct homage to Prince Myshkin, the protagonist of Fyodor Dostoevsky's novel 'The Idiot'.

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