Trance

A fine art auctioneer orchestrates a plan to steal a valuable painting during a chaotic auction. However, after suffering a blow to the head, he wakes up with amnesia and no memory of where he hid the artwork. Forced by the criminal gang involved, he enlists the help of a hypnotherapist to recover his memories, leading him down a treacherous path of deception and manipulation.

Trance received mixed reviews from critics, who praised its stylish direction, visual flair, and ambitious narrative, but many found the plot convoluted and the characters underdeveloped. Audiences were similarly divided, with some appreciating its mind-bending twists and others finding it overly complicated and unsatisfying.

• Praised for its slick visual style and Danny Boyle's energetic direction.
• Criticized for a plot that becomes too convoluted and sacrifices coherence for twists.
• The performances, particularly Rosario Dawson's, were often highlighted as strong points.

Google audience: Google users generally found 'Trance' to be a visually engaging and stylish thriller with an intriguing premise, though many also noted that the plot became difficult to follow and the ending was somewhat underwhelming or confusing.

Rosario Dawson's character, Elizabeth Lamb, was originally written as a male role. Danny Boyle decided to cast a woman after working with Dawson on the opening ceremony of the 2012 London Olympics and finding her to be a compelling presence.