White Marble
White Marble

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White Marble

1998
Movie
70 min
Finnish

Half-senile Ossi and his wife travel to celebrate Ossi's 75th birthday at an old people's home where most of their friends are already staying. Just before the festivities Ossi suddenly disappears and goes on tour to 'make an inventory of his life'. He checks into a hotel, poses as a publishing director to lure an aspiring female novelist, next travels to bother his old mistress and her new husband with his surprise visit and obnoxious comments, then goes to see his son for the first time in 34 years just to receive an even colder treatment. Meanwhile, his equally demented wife goes looking for him with a local policeman.

Insights

IMDb3.8/10
Director: Ron LagrocaGenres: Drama, Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young woman finds herself entangled in a dangerous world of crime and manipulation after a chance encounter. As she tries to navigate the treacherous landscape, she must confront difficult choices and the consequences of her actions. The film explores themes of betrayal, survival, and the dark side of ambition.

Critical Reception

White Marble received mixed to negative reviews upon its release. Critics often cited its predictable plot and underdeveloped characters, while some acknowledged its attempts at creating a gritty atmosphere. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with many finding it to be an unremarkable entry in the crime thriller genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Criticized for a formulaic storyline and lack of originality.

  • Some noted the film's gritty aesthetic but found it insufficient to elevate the material.

  • Character development was frequently pointed out as a significant weakness.

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Due to its limited release and low profile, 'White Marble' is not widely known and has very little documented trivia available in public sources.

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