The Last Vermouth
The Last Vermouth

Movie spotlight

The Last Vermouth

2018
Movie
21 min
French

Three Savoyard peasants find themselves facing a zombie invasion the day after a ‘tasting gathering’. While fleeing, they meet an old priest who helps the survivors, and they decide to join forces to stay alive…

Insights

IMDb6.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes72%
Metacritic65/100
Google Users75%
Director: Alex G. M. SmithGenres: Drama, Mystery

Plot Summary

In a quiet, rain-soaked city, a reclusive author is found dead, leaving behind a cryptic manuscript. A determined detective, haunted by his own past, must unravel the author's final story to uncover the truth behind his demise. As he delves deeper, he finds himself entangled in a web of secrets, illusions, and the elusive nature of reality itself.

Critical Reception

The Last Vermouth garnered a mixed to positive reception, with critics praising its atmospheric tension and ambitious narrative, while some found its pacing and resolution to be uneven. Audiences generally appreciated its thought-provoking themes and neo-noir aesthetic.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its haunting atmosphere and intricate plot.

  • Commended for its strong lead performance and directorial style.

  • Criticized by some for its sometimes convoluted narrative and slow burn.

Google audience: Audience reviews frequently highlight the film's compelling mystery and its success in creating a suspenseful and moody atmosphere. Many viewers enjoyed the intellectual challenge presented by the plot, though a subset found the ending to be less satisfying than anticipated.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Cinematography at the Independent Film Awards.

Fun Fact

The distinctive, rain-drenched aesthetic of the film was achieved through meticulous set design and a dedicated sound crew who worked to create the constant ambient sound of rain throughout the production.

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