Limbo
Limbo

Limbo

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The protagonist is forced to protect her loved ones while also finding a way back to her body before it's too late.

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IMDb6.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes73%
Metacritic62/100
Google Users76%
Director: Ivan SenGenres: Neo-noir, Crime Thriller, Mystery

Plot Summary

Australian detective Travis Hurley is sent to a remote outback community to investigate the unsolved murder of a local Aboriginal woman. As he delves deeper into the case, he uncovers a complex web of secrets, prejudice, and long-buried resentments that blur the lines between justice and the law.

Critical Reception

Limbo received generally positive reviews, with critics praising its atmospheric neo-noir style, striking cinematography, and the performances of its lead actors, particularly Simon Baker. The film was noted for its understated tension and its exploration of themes relevant to contemporary Australia.

What Reviewers Say

  • Visually arresting with a moody, neo-noir atmosphere.
  • Simon Baker delivers a compelling performance as a weary detective.
  • Explores complex social issues within an Australian outback setting.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's atmospheric storytelling and strong performances, finding it to be a thought-provoking crime drama. Some viewers noted the slow pace but found the mystery and setting to be engaging.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Film at the 2023 Adelaide Film Festival.

Fun Fact

Director Ivan Sen shot 'Limbo' entirely on location in and around the South Australian town of Coober Pedy, known for its underground dwellings and unique opal mining landscape.

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