Sequin
Sequin

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Sequin

2017
Movie
16 min
Mandarin

A-Tsui, the owner of an old grocery store, is always bored with the dull life with his wife. One day, A-Tsui happens to make a call for a prostitute. He seems to be a little clumsy in the city with the young prostitute before they get caught by the prostitute’s boyfriend.

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: Sven TaddickenGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

Anna, a young woman living in a small German town, is dealing with the emotional and physical aftermath of a traumatic event. She finds solace and a means of escape through her work as a seamstress, creating elaborate costumes. As she delves deeper into her craft, she begins to uncover unsettling truths about her past and the people around her, blurring the lines between reality and delusion.

Critical Reception

Sequin received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its atmospheric tension, strong central performance, and unique visual style. Some noted the film's deliberate pacing, while others found its ambiguous narrative compelling. Audience reception was more divided, with some appreciating its artistic merit and others finding it slow or confusing.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its striking visuals and the lead actress's intense performance.

  • Noted for its unsettling atmosphere and psychological depth.

  • Some found the narrative too abstract or slow-moving.

Google audience: Information regarding specific Google user reviews for 'Sequin' is not readily available, making it difficult to summarize audience sentiment on that platform.

Fun Fact

The film's director, Sven Taddicken, is known for his visually distinctive and often psychologically intense films.

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