Hideout
Hideout

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Hideout

2020
Movie
27 min
Ukrainian

Ukraine, 1946. Orest, commander of an insurgent squad, is in a hideout together with his pregnant wife Eva and several fighters. The NKVD surrounds the insurgents. The captain of the commissariat squad gives Orest a choice: he either gives Eva out or accepts an unequal fight.

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IMDb5.9/10
Director: Nir BergmanGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young woman, seeking refuge from a troubled past, takes a job as a caregiver for an elderly, dying man in his isolated villa. As she becomes more deeply involved in his life and the secrets of the house, the lines between care and control begin to blur, leading to an increasingly tense and unsettling situation.

Critical Reception

Hideout received mixed to positive reviews, with critics often highlighting the atmospheric tension and strong performances, particularly from Shira Haas. Some found the pacing to be slow, while others praised its deliberate build-up and psychological depth.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful atmosphere and central performance.

  • Some critics found the narrative slow-moving.

  • Noted for its psychological exploration of isolation and dependency.

Google audience: Audience reception information is not readily available.

Fun Fact

The film was shot primarily in the secluded setting of a villa, enhancing its claustrophobic and isolated atmosphere.

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