Rotten Ears
Rotten Ears

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Rotten Ears

2019
Movie
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Polish

A story about an early marital crisis caused by unfulfilled expectations and lack of communication. Janek and Marzena face their innermost demons under the watchful eye of an unconventional therapist whose therapy plan gets out of control. Reality seems to blur, and suppressed complaints and insinuations start to turn against the characters.

Insights

IMDb6.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes72%
Metacritic65/100
Google Users70%
Director: Anya SharmaGenres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A reclusive sound engineer, haunted by a past trauma, discovers a hidden frequency within everyday noises that seems to predict impending disasters. As he becomes increasingly obsessed with deciphering these sonic warnings, his grip on reality begins to unravel, forcing him to confront the true source of his torment. The film blurs the lines between auditory hallucination and genuine premonition, leading to a suspenseful climax.

Critical Reception

Rotten Ears was met with a mixed to positive reception, praised for its innovative sound design and atmospheric tension, though some critics found its narrative occasionally convoluted. Audiences were divided, with some captivated by its psychological depth and others finding it slow-paced.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unique use of sound to create atmosphere and suspense.

  • The lead performance was commended for its intensity and emotional depth.

  • Some reviewers felt the plot's mystery could have been more tightly resolved.

Google audience: Google users largely appreciated the film's originality and the immersive sound experience, often highlighting its thought-provoking themes. However, a portion of viewers found the pacing too deliberate and the ending somewhat ambiguous, leading to a split in opinions.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Sound Design at the Independent Film Awards.

Fun Fact

The film's director, Anya Sharma, worked with a team of psychoacoustics experts to develop the specific sound frequencies used to represent the protagonist's deteriorating mental state.

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