The World Over
The World Over

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The World Over

2018
Movie
17 min
English

When a reclusive mother-to-be discovers a door leading to a mirror image of her home, her husband goes snooping inside and never returns. Fearing the worst, she gathers her courage and goes in search of him, but instead finds her doppelganger on the other side.

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IMDb7.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes75%
Metacritic62/100
Google Users85%
Director: Sergei VolkovGenres: Drama, Thriller, Mystery

Plot Summary

In a remote Siberian town, a series of unsettling disappearances plague the community, hinting at a dark secret lurking beneath the surface. A determined detective arrives to investigate, uncovering a complex web of lies and betrayals that connect the missing individuals to a shadowy organization. As the truth unravels, the detective finds themselves in a race against time to expose the conspiracy before they too become another victim.

Critical Reception

The World Over received a mixed to positive reception, with critics often praising its atmospheric tension and strong performances, while some found its plot occasionally convoluted. Audiences generally responded well to its mystery elements and chilling portrayal of small-town secrets.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its gripping suspense and evocative cinematography.

  • Noted for strong lead performances that carry the emotional weight.

  • Some critics found the narrative pacing uneven in the second act.

Google audience: Viewers particularly appreciated the film's moody atmosphere and the intricate mystery that kept them guessing. Some felt the ending could have been more definitive, but overall satisfaction was high.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Director and Best Cinematography at the Golden Eagle Awards.

Fun Fact

The desolate filming locations in Siberia were chosen to authentically represent the isolation and harshness described in the script, with the cast and crew enduring extreme weather conditions.

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