Fragile
FRAGILE is the story of a woman who is killed in a car crash and is given one day more to spend with the people she loves. FRAGILE is a short parable about the things we often take for granted until they are gone, like friendship and love from those that are close to us. It is a film about the precious gift of life, and the fragility of our existence. Death, its imminence and certainty despite our efforts to deny it, is examined in a meditative manner. FRAGILE entertains by means of serious reflection and lyrical contemplation.
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Plot Summary
A Spanish nurse named Amy moves to England to care for an elderly woman in a decrepit house. As she settles in, Amy discovers the house is filled with supernatural activity and a disturbing presence connected to a collection of old dolls. She must uncover the house's dark secrets before the malevolent force claims her as its own.
Critical Reception
Fragile received mixed to positive reviews from critics, who often praised its atmospheric tension and Calista Flockhart's performance. Some found the plot predictable, but the film was generally appreciated for its gothic horror elements and effective scares.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its chilling atmosphere and suspense.
- Calista Flockhart's performance is a standout element.
- Some critics found the plot underdeveloped, but the scares were effective.
Google audience: Audience reviews generally appreciate the film's spooky atmosphere and the lead performance, finding it a decent haunted house thriller. Some viewers felt the story could have been more original, but overall it's considered a satisfying horror experience.
Fun Fact
The house used in the film, "Casa Barnaby," is an abandoned Victorian-era building in the city of Zaragoza, Spain, adding to the film's authentic gothic feel.
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