Oedipus Complex
Oedipus Complex

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Oedipus Complex

2015
Movie
10 min
English

Oedipus Complex short film.

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes72%
Metacritic61/100
Google Users75%
Director: Mads MikkelsenGenres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

In a small Danish town, a respected doctor's life unravels when a series of unsettling events suggest a dark secret from his past is resurfacing. As he tries to maintain control, his relationships and sanity are pushed to the brink. The film explores themes of guilt, denial, and the inescapable nature of fate.

Critical Reception

The film received mixed to positive reviews, with critics praising its psychological depth and Mikkelsen's performance, while some found the pacing to be uneven.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its intense atmosphere and lead performance.

  • Noted for its exploration of complex psychological themes.

  • Some critics found the narrative resolution to be somewhat predictable.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's suspenseful narrative and the compelling portrayal of a man confronting his past. However, a segment of viewers felt the plot became too convoluted in its later stages.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Actor at the Bodil Awards for Mads Mikkelsen.

Fun Fact

The film's director, Mads Mikkelsen, also stars as the protagonist, marking his directorial debut in a feature film.

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