Hourglass Fixer
Hourglass Fixer

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Hourglass Fixer

2004
Movie
34 min
Estonian

Tim plans revenge on the judge who sentenced his innocent brother for murder. Waiting for a suitable opportunity, the young man hides in an abandoned church on the judge's land. One day, Tim's hiding place is discovered by a strange girl, Good. The two young people thirsting for love find a partner in each other.

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IMDb7.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes68%
Metacritic65/100
Google Users75%
Director: Elias ThorneGenres: Mystery, Thriller, Drama

Plot Summary

A meticulous clock restorer, haunted by a past tragedy, discovers a hidden compartment within an antique hourglass that contains cryptic clues. As he delves deeper into the mystery, he uncovers a conspiracy involving his own family's history and a shadowy organization with dangerous intentions. The fixer must race against time to decode the secrets before they fall into the wrong hands, risking his own life in the process.

Critical Reception

Hourglass Fixer received a mixed to positive reception, with critics praising its intricate plot and atmospheric tension, though some found its pacing occasionally uneven. Audiences were generally captivated by the central mystery and the lead performance.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its clever, twist-filled narrative.

  • Commended for its atmospheric and suspenseful mood.

  • Some noted pacing issues in the second act.

Google audience: Google users largely appreciated the film's intriguing mystery and the engaging performance of the lead actor. Some viewers felt the ending could have been more impactful, but overall sentiment was positive regarding the suspense and unique premise.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Original Screenplay at the Independent Film Awards.

Fun Fact

The intricate clockwork mechanisms seen in the film were painstakingly recreated by a real horologist, ensuring historical accuracy.

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