Missing Girl
Missing Girl

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Missing Girl

2018
Movie
8 min
English

A missing dangerous girl and a psycho gets trapped in the same four wall during a rainy night; Who's going to end up alive when the Sun goes up?

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IMDb4.5/10
Director: Danielle LessovitzGenres: Drama, Crime

Plot Summary

A young woman named Iris disappears after her father, a former detective, receives a cryptic message about her potential involvement in a criminal underworld. He embarks on a desperate search, navigating dangerous territories and confronting shadowy figures to uncover the truth behind her vanishing. The investigation forces him to confront his own past and the complex circumstances surrounding his daughter's life.

Critical Reception

Missing Girl received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding its narrative convoluted and its themes underdeveloped. While some acknowledged the potential for its dark subject matter, the execution was often criticized for being heavy-handed and lacking emotional depth. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some appreciating the attempt at a gritty crime drama while others were put off by its bleakness and pacing.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its ambition in tackling dark themes but criticized for its execution.

  • Found the plot to be confusing and underdeveloped, lacking a strong narrative pull.

  • Some viewers noted Anya Taylor-Joy's brief but intense performance as a highlight.

Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for 'Missing Girl' is not readily available.

Awards & Accolades

None notable.

Fun Fact

Despite its prominent billing, Anya Taylor-Joy's role in 'Missing Girl' is reportedly very brief.

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