Internal Reflections
Internal Reflections

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Internal Reflections

2020
Movie
9 min
English

Attempts to showcase how the creation of art directly correlates to the perception we have of ourselves and the life around us as shown through the eyes of a struggling family.

Insights

IMDb6.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes65%
Metacritic58/100
Google Users72%
Director: Alex ThompsonGenres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A reclusive author struggling with writer's block begins to suspect that the characters in his unfinished novel are becoming sentient and influencing his reality. As the lines between fiction and his own life blur, he must confront his deepest fears and darkest secrets to regain control before his own narrative consumes him.

Critical Reception

Internal Reflections received mixed to positive reviews, with critics praising its ambitious concept and atmospheric tension, though some found the pacing uneven and the ending ambiguous. Audiences were divided, with some appreciating the psychological depth and others finding it too slow or confusing.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its innovative premise and suspenseful atmosphere.

  • Criticized for occasional narrative stumbles and an overly opaque conclusion.

  • Applauded for strong lead performances and thought-provoking themes.

Google audience: Google users generally appreciated the film's unique approach to storytelling and the psychological thriller elements. However, a notable portion of viewers found the plot convoluted and expressed a desire for a more satisfying resolution.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Independent Film at the Sundance Film Festival.

Fun Fact

The dilapidated house used as the author's residence in the film was a real, abandoned property that the production team had to undertake significant restoration work on to make it safe for filming.

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