Echoes
Echoes

Echoes

2018Movie22 minEnglish

Strange entities begin to haunt a middle-aged man and his infant son in a remote cabin in the woods.

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IMDb7.9/10
Rotten Tomatoes97%
Metacritic82/100
Google Users95%
Director: Rian JohnsonGenres: Mystery, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

When a wealthy crime novelist is found dead at his estate, an eccentric detective is put on the case. He soon uncovers a web of lies and secrets within the dysfunctional family, leading to a surprising and intricate mystery. The detective must unravel the truth before the killer can escape justice. It becomes a thrilling and humorous exploration of privilege and motive.

Critical Reception

Knives Out was a critical and commercial success, widely praised for its clever writing, sharp humor, and stellar ensemble cast. Critics lauded its fresh take on the whodunit genre, and audiences embraced its intricate plot and satisfying conclusion.

What Reviewers Say

  • A masterfully crafted and thoroughly entertaining murder mystery.
  • Witty dialogue and a star-studded cast deliver a fresh spin on a classic genre.
  • A clever plot that keeps the audience guessing until the very end.

Google audience: Audiences overwhelmingly loved 'Knives Out,' praising its clever mystery, sharp humor, and outstanding performances. Many found it to be a highly rewatchable and satisfying film that revitalized the classic whodunit genre.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for an Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay. Won Best Original Screenplay at the Critics' Choice Awards and was nominated for three Golden Globe Awards.

Fun Fact

The film's famous donut hole scene was inspired by a real-life incident where Rian Johnson accidentally dropped a donut hole into his coffee.

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