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Fated
When the charismatic and eccentric art teacher Tatty falls in love with Amy, one of his students, he believes he has met the love of his life. Unfortunately Amy dies in an accident. Distraught and blaming himself, Tatty loses all focus on his own life and drinks heavily. In a state of delirium he creates a statue of Amy that he places in the dark interior of a haunted, burnt-out church. Tatty lives there, protecting his creation, and devoted to her for the next 13 years. On New Year s Eve, a magical night with the sky lit with fireworks, a clubhouse burns. Cal is on the run and takes refuge in the church and accidentally breaks the statue. The magic of the night and the mystery of the church combine to cast a spell and Amy comes alive. However, in order to remain alive, Amy must kiss the first man she sees.
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Plot Summary
A brilliant but troubled scientist creates a device that can manipulate time. When he's framed for a murder, he must use his invention to clear his name and expose the real killer, all while battling the unintended consequences of altering the past. His desperate attempts to fix events become a dangerous race against a ticking clock and his own deteriorating sanity.
Critical Reception
Fated (2006) received largely negative reviews from critics and audiences alike. It was often criticized for its convoluted plot, uninspired performances, and derivative nature, failing to deliver on its sci-fi premise.
What Reviewers Say
Plot is nonsensical and difficult to follow.
Performances are uninspired and lack charisma.
The film borrows heavily from better science fiction thrillers without adding anything original.
Google audience: Audience reviews for Fated are scarce, but general sentiment suggests a film that was forgettable and failed to engage viewers with its premise or execution.
Fun Fact
Despite the presence of Michael Dudikoff, known for his action roles, Fated is primarily a sci-fi thriller with limited overt action sequences.
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