Elisa's Day
Elisa's Day

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Elisa's Day

2021
Movie
106 min
Cantonese

A story on how a policeman faces a mistake he made 20 years ago when investigating a crime-of-passion murder case.

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IMDb6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes70%
Metacritic58/100
Google Users75%
Director: Michael J. S. MurphyGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

Elisa's Day follows a young woman named Elisa who returns to her childhood home after a decade away, only to find herself entangled in a dark secret involving her family and their isolated property. As she delves deeper into the past, Elisa uncovers disturbing truths that challenge her perception of reality and threaten her very safety.

Critical Reception

Elisa's Day received a mixed-to-positive reception, with critics praising its atmospheric tension and lead performance, while some found the plot somewhat predictable. Audiences generally appreciated the suspenseful narrative and emotional depth.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful atmosphere and strong lead performance.

  • Some critics noted a familiar narrative arc, but appreciated the emotional resonance.

  • The film effectively builds tension towards its climatic revelations.

Google audience: Audiences generally found the film to be a compelling and suspenseful watch, with many highlighting the strong acting and the unsettling nature of the story. Some viewers felt the ending could have been more surprising, but overall satisfaction was high.

Fun Fact

The isolated setting of the film was deliberately chosen to enhance the sense of claustrophobia and psychological unease for the characters.

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