The Mentor
The Mentor

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The Mentor

2018
Movie
30 min
Hungarian

Sarah, the lonely teenager joins an Internet group which deals with teenagers' emotional problems. Her mentor, who listens to all her troubles, gives Sarah tasks that she has to fulfil to become stronger. The Mentor's tasks get stranger and crueller.

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IMDb4.8/10
Director: Eric SmallGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young woman, struggling with her past, is hired as an assistant to a successful but reclusive author. As their professional relationship deepens, she uncovers dark secrets about her employer's life and the true nature of her own involvement.

Critical Reception

The Mentor received a mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences, with many finding the plot predictable and the performances uninspired. While some appreciated its attempt at psychological suspense, the film ultimately failed to deliver a compelling narrative.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a convoluted and unoriginal plot.

  • Performances are largely forgettable, failing to elevate the material.

  • Lacks the suspense and psychological depth it aims for.

Google audience: Audience reviews for The Mentor are scarce, but those available suggest disappointment with the predictable storyline and weak character development.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on a very low budget, which reportedly led to significant compromises in production quality and promotion.

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