The Author, The Star and The Keeper
The Author, The Star and The Keeper

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The Author, The Star and The Keeper

2020
Movie
108 min
English

From times beginning, The Author (Bruce Marchiano) has written a prodigal son story for an estranged son, The Star (Simon Provan), who returns to his childhood town to rekindle his relationship with father, The Keeper (David Ruprecht).

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IMDb5.1/10
Director: Richard Bates Jr.Genres: Horror, Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A washed-up actor, haunted by his past, finds himself trapped in a surreal nightmare orchestrated by a mysterious author. As reality blurs with his own disturbing narratives, he must confront his inner demons and the terrifying consequences of his life choices to escape the twisted tale he's become a part of.

Critical Reception

The film received a mixed to negative reception, with critics largely divided on its unconventional narrative and tone. While some appreciated its dark humor and ambition, many found it confusing and lacking in coherent storytelling. Audience reactions mirrored this, with many finding it too niche or uneven.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unique concept and performances from its veteran cast.

  • Criticized for a convoluted plot that struggles to maintain focus.

  • Seen as a film that is too self-aware for its own good, sacrificing clarity for stylistic choices.

Google audience: Audience feedback on Google is scarce, but general sentiment suggests a polarized viewing experience. Some viewers enjoyed the film's offbeat nature and the presence of horror icons, while others found it to be a confusing and unsatisfying narrative.

Fun Fact

The film features Robert Englund, famous for playing Freddy Krueger, in a role that intentionally plays on his horror icon status, but in a significantly different context than his most famous character.

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