Missing
Steen is a clairvoyant psychic who has dedicated his life to his work. He has helped many families finding their missing loved ones, but he is estranged from his own adult son. His grandson’s birthday is coming up, a last possibility of reconciliation. Nothing must go wrong. But on his way there, he is approached by a desperate woman whose son has gone missing. She seeks out Steen as her last resort.
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Plot Summary
A young woman named Jane struggles to connect with her father, who has moved to the United States for work. While Jane dreams of becoming a famous DJ, her father is deeply immersed in his own life, creating a growing distance between them. When her father proposes to his new girlfriend, Jane's desire for connection and understanding intensifies, leading to a complex exploration of family dynamics and unspoken emotions.
Critical Reception
Missing received a mixed to positive reception from critics, who praised its sensitive portrayal of a father-daughter relationship and the performances of its lead actors, particularly Chutimon Chuengcharoensukying. Some reviews highlighted the film's understated emotional depth and visual style, while others found its pacing to be slow at times.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its subtle emotional exploration of family relationships.
- Chutimon Chuengcharoensukying's performance was a standout element.
- Some viewers found the film's deliberate pacing to be a drawback.
Google audience: Audience reception on Google is not readily available or consistently reported.
Fun Fact
The film was part of the 'Ten Years' project, a collaborative anthology film that explores potential futures for Thailand.
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