Violet
Violet

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Violet

2015
Movie
45 min
English

An escaped mental patient dies in 1984 at the home of her former doctor. But that was just the beginning.

Insights

IMDb6.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes62%
Metacritic54/100
Google Users78%
Director: Justine BatemanGenres: Drama, Comedy

Plot Summary

Violet, a young film executive, is suddenly consumed by a dark, negative inner monologue that tells her she's not good enough. This voice, personified by an older version of herself, relentlessly critiques her life choices, relationships, and career aspirations. As Violet grapples with this pervasive self-doubt, she must find a way to confront and overcome the negativity before it completely derails her life.

Critical Reception

The film received mixed to positive reviews, with particular praise directed at Olivia Munn's performance and the film's unique exploration of anxiety and self-doubt. Some critics found the narrative a bit uneven, but generally, it was seen as a brave and relatable directorial debut.

What Reviewers Say

  • Olivia Munn delivers a compelling performance as a woman battling internal demons.

  • The film offers a unique and often unsettling portrayal of anxiety and self-criticism.

  • While some find the pacing and narrative structure a bit unconventional, the film's honesty resonates.

Google audience: Audience reviews generally highlight Olivia Munn's strong performance and the film's relatable depiction of mental health struggles. Some viewers found the movie intense and thought-provoking, while others felt it could have been more developed.

Fun Fact

This film marked Justine Bateman's directorial debut, and she also wrote the screenplay.

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