Synchronicity
Synchronicity

Synchronicity

2011Movie92 minJapanese

Three strangers get a strange feeling that something is "calling them." Minor things about their daily lives begin to have significance to them. However, this change causes each of them to distance themselves from those around them.

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IMDb6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes64%
Metacritic52/100
Google Users64%
Director: Jacob GentryGenres: Sci-Fi, Thriller, Mystery

Plot Summary

A physicist invents a machine that can manipulate time, leading to profound existential consequences. As he grapples with the implications of his creation, he finds himself entangled in a complex web of paradoxes, betrayal, and a dangerous love triangle. The invention, intended to unlock the secrets of the universe, threatens to unravel his reality and the very fabric of existence. He must confront the possibility that his greatest achievement might also be his ultimate downfall.

Critical Reception

Synchronicity received a mixed to positive reception from critics, with many praising its ambitious concept, visual style, and thought-provoking narrative. However, some found the plot occasionally convoluted and the pacing uneven. Audiences were generally intrigued by its complex themes and neo-noir aesthetic.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its stylish neo-noir aesthetic and mind-bending science fiction concepts.
  • Appreciated for its ambition and intellectual engagement, though some found it overly complex.
  • The film effectively blends philosophical questions about time and destiny with a thrilling narrative.

Google audience: Google users largely appreciated 'Synchronicity' for its intelligent and complex science fiction premise, finding it a visually striking and engaging experience. Some viewers noted that the plot could be challenging to follow at times, but the overall sentiment was positive, with many recommending it for its originality and thought-provoking nature.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Narrative Feature at the 2015 Tribeca Film Festival. Notable mentions at various independent film festivals.

Fun Fact

Director Jacob Gentry cited classic science fiction films like 'Blade Runner' and 'Primer' as major influences on the film's visual style and narrative complexity.

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