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Mirrors
A well-functioning criminal scheme for theft and sale of mirrors fails when one of the thieves kills the car owner who has caught him. All the city's police forces are dispatched to capture the gang. But the main witness to the crime turns out to be familiar with the murderer and plunges herself into painful doubts, without betraying him. The girl is unaware that the other witness to the murder is the leader of the "Mirrors" gang.
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Plot Summary
A disgraced journalist investigating a family's dark secrets uncovers a disturbing connection between a mysterious antique mirror and a series of unsettling events. As she delves deeper, the lines between reality and hallucination blur, forcing her to confront her own past traumas. The narrative weaves together historical intrigue with psychological horror, questioning the nature of truth and perception.
Critical Reception
The BBC series 'Mirrors' received generally positive reviews, with critics praising its atmospheric tension, strong performances, and intriguing mystery. Some found the pacing occasionally slow, but the overall effect was deemed effective and haunting.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its unsettling atmosphere and suspense.
Keeley Hawes' performance was highlighted as a strong anchor.
Some viewers found the plot convoluted at times.
Google audience: Audience reception is not widely available or aggregated on Google.
Fun Fact
The series was adapted from a novel of the same name byzantium author, 'Mirrorland' by David Tollington.
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