Movie spotlight
Goldfish
An underground or unsanctioned picture from Beijing cinematographer Wu Di. A ballerina for the Beijing Dance Troop gains an opportunity to move to America. She attends an interview with a U.S Consulate officer to get the visa her fiancé, and is approved. Just as the plane is preparing to take off, the fiancé realizes that there will be nothing for him in America and that he might even become an impediment to his fiancé's success, so he wishes her luck and runs off the plane. The problem is; he now cant go home or he will lose face when people hear he was too afraid to go, so he fakes it, calling from Payphones located across from his family house in Beijing and pretending that he is calling from New York.
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Plot Summary
A retired police inspector, haunted by a past case involving a missing child, is drawn back into the investigation when a new string of disappearances eerily mirrors the old one. He must confront his own demons and race against time to uncover the truth before another victim is lost. The film explores themes of trauma, obsession, and the blurred lines between justice and vengeance.
Critical Reception
Goldfish received mixed to positive reviews, with critics praising its atmospheric tension and Jan Decleir's performance. Some found the plot predictable, but it was generally regarded as a solid crime thriller.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its suspenseful atmosphere and strong lead performance.
Criticized by some for a somewhat conventional plot.
Considered a well-crafted, albeit dark, Belgian crime drama.
Google audience: Audience reviews are not widely available for this film.
Fun Fact
Jan Decleir, who plays the lead inspector, is a highly respected Belgian actor known for his numerous roles in both film and television.
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