Come To Your Senses
Come To Your Senses

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Come To Your Senses

2020
Movie
5 min
English

Nine artists across the continent document their sensory experiences of lockdown, and the results broke our editing program. What emerges is an absurdist collage that playfully flips the format of a video conference on its head. Filmmakers Alicia Eisen and Sophie Jarvis pose the question: is the human need to make sense of chaos an inherently chaotic pursuit?

Insights

IMDb7.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes68%
Metacritic61/100
Google Users85%
Director: Maria RossiGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

A reclusive artist, haunted by a past trauma, finds her world turned upside down when a free-spirited musician moves into the apartment next door. Initially clashing, they gradually find common ground through their shared love of art and music, leading to unexpected revelations and a path toward healing. As their connection deepens, the artist must confront her fears and decide if she's ready to open her heart again.

Critical Reception

Come To Your Senses was met with a mixed to positive reception. Critics praised its emotional depth and strong performances, particularly from its lead actors. However, some found the pacing to be slow in parts, and a few reviewers noted predictable plot points. Audiences generally responded well to the film's themes of healing and connection.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its sensitive portrayal of trauma and recovery.

  • The chemistry between the lead actors was a significant highlight.

  • Some critics found the narrative to be overly sentimental or slow-paced.

Google audience: Google users largely appreciated the film's heartfelt story and the emotional journey of the main character. Many found the themes of self-discovery and connection to be inspiring and relatable. The performances were frequently cited as a strong point, contributing to a generally positive audience experience.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Independent Film at the Sundance Film Festival.

Fun Fact

The apartment used as the protagonist's studio was specifically designed and filled with artwork created by the film's production designer to reflect the character's internal state.

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