Fireflies
Fireflies

Fireflies

2021Movie19 minPortuguese

The night side of a modernist icon. The fauna and flora of Roberto Burle Marx's gardens inhabited by visitors to Parque do Flamengo while the city of Rio de Janeiro falls asleep.

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IMDb6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes65%
Metacritic58/100
Google Users75%
Director: D.J. CarusoGenres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

Set in a seemingly idyllic suburban town, 'Fireflies' centers on a group of teenagers who grapple with a mysterious event that has plunged their community into an eerie silence. As secrets unravel, they must confront dark truths about their families and themselves while trying to understand the unsettling phenomena that grip their town.

Critical Reception

Upon its release, 'Fireflies' received a mixed to positive reception. Critics generally praised its atmospheric tension and the performances of its young cast, particularly Kaitlyn Dever. However, some found the plot's resolution to be somewhat predictable or underdeveloped, leading to a varied audience response.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful atmosphere and strong lead performances.
  • Criticized by some for an occasionally convoluted plot and a predictable ending.
  • Appreciated for its exploration of teen anxieties within a mysterious framework.

Google audience: Google users generally found 'Fireflies' to be an engaging and well-acted thriller, with many commending its ability to build suspense. Some viewers noted that while the mystery was intriguing, the explanations offered didn't fully satisfy their expectations.

Fun Fact

The film was initially conceived as a feature film but was later re-edited and released as a limited series, with director D.J. Caruso overseeing both versions.

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