The Imagined Wolf
The Imagined Wolf

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The Imagined Wolf

2019
Movie
70 min
Russian

The film is a parable about fear; it is a story about the attitudes of a mother and daughter deprived of love, who temporarily find mutual understanding, rallied by fear before the story invented by the mother about a cannibalistic wolf. On a philosophical level it is a reflection on the lost purity of thoughts, which is the main condition for the harmony of human life, and yet another illustration of the proverb: “The sleep of reason produces monsters”

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Marco BorraccettiGenres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

In a remote Italian village, a young woman named Sofia grapples with the disappearance of her brother and the unsettling local legends surrounding a mysterious wolf. As she delves deeper into the truth, she uncovers a dark conspiracy that intertwines the village's past with its present.

Critical Reception

The Imagined Wolf received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its atmospheric tension and strong performances, particularly from Elisa Lasowski. Some reviewers found the pacing uneven and the plot occasionally convoluted, but generally, it was seen as a compelling psychological thriller with a unique sense of place.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful atmosphere and unsettling tone.

  • Elisa Lasowski's performance is a standout element.

  • Some noted a slow build-up and a complex narrative.

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Fun Fact

The film was shot in the Molise region of Italy, a less-traveled area known for its rugged landscapes and rich folklore, which contributed significantly to the movie's distinct visual style and atmosphere.

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