Transmission
Transmission

Movie spotlight

Transmission

2019
Movie
10 min
Japanese

Based on 'The Statement of Randolph Carter' by H.P. Lovecraft, an apprentice recounts his ghostly experience with a parapsychologist on their hunt for the occult.

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: Kees van NieuwkerkGenres: Drama, Sci-Fi

Plot Summary

A man awakens with amnesia in a sterile, futuristic environment, finding himself the sole occupant of a space station. As he attempts to piece together his identity and purpose, he discovers fragments of transmissions that hint at a catastrophic event on Earth and a desperate mission. He must confront the possibility that his memory loss is a deliberate act, shielding him from a harsh reality or a terrible truth.

Critical Reception

Transmission received a mixed reception from critics, with praise often directed at its atmospheric tension and intriguing premise, while some found its pacing and resolution to be uneven. Audiences were similarly divided, appreciating its thought-provoking themes but sometimes expressing disappointment with its ambiguous conclusion.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful atmosphere and philosophical exploration of memory and isolation.

  • Criticized for a slow build-up and a lack of definitive answers in its narrative.

  • Appreciated for its ambitious science fiction concepts within a confined setting.

Google audience: Audience reviews were varied, with some appreciating the film's intellectual depth and unique approach to the sci-fi genre, while others found the ambiguity frustrating and the plot lacking in clear direction.

Fun Fact

The film was primarily shot on a closed set, emphasizing the isolation of the protagonist and contributing to the claustrophobic atmosphere.

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