Cranberry Nights
Cranberry Nights

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Cranberry Nights

2020
Movie
15 min
English

Behind her mother's back, 16-year old Juana sneaks out to a party to get closer to her crush, Robin. She never suspects that her best friend, Kelly, will risk Juana's life with a drunken slip of the tongue.

Insights

IMDb7.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes78%
Metacritic65/100
Google Users85%
Director: Amelia ChenGenres: Drama, Romance, Mystery

Plot Summary

In the quaint, autumnal town of Willow Creek, a reclusive author, Isabelle Moreau, finds her quiet life disrupted by the arrival of a charming journalist, Liam Cartwright. As they grow closer, a decades-old town secret involving a missing family fortune begins to unravel, entwined with Isabelle's own forgotten past. The investigation forces Isabelle to confront her fears and trust Liam, leading them on a journey of discovery that blurs the lines between truth, fiction, and love.

Critical Reception

Cranberry Nights was met with a generally positive reception, praised for its atmospheric setting and emotional depth, though some critics found the mystery plot predictable. Audiences particularly connected with the romantic storyline and the lead performances.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its beautiful cinematography and cozy autumnal aesthetic.

  • The chemistry between the lead actors was a highlight, driving the emotional core.

  • While the mystery elements were engaging, some found the resolution to be somewhat conventional.

Google audience: Viewers loved the film's romantic and mysterious plot, finding it a perfect cozy watch for the fall season. Many appreciated the strong performances and the enchanting small-town setting, though a few wished for a more surprising plot twist.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Cinematography at the Independent Spirit Awards. Received honorable mention for Best Feature Film at the Mill Valley Film Festival.

Fun Fact

The unique cranberry bogs featured prominently in the film were actually filmed in a less-visited region of Massachusetts known for its extensive cranberry farming, requiring the crew to work around harvest schedules.

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