The House of Forgetfulness
The House of Forgetfulness

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The House of Forgetfulness

2020
Movie
74 min
Persian

The Journey of a young man who is making a documentary about forgotten narratives around an old piano, takes him through an unknown path towards restoring history, culture and identity of his homeland, Iran, in dusty and abandoned objects.

Insights

IMDb7.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes78%
Metacritic65/100
Google Users85%
Director: Maria RossiGenres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A reclusive author, haunted by fragmented memories of a tragic past event, retreats to an isolated ancestral home. As she attempts to piece together her fractured recollections, she uncovers a disturbing family secret that blurs the line between reality and delusion. The house itself seems to hold the key, its decaying walls whispering forgotten truths and long-buried betrayals.

Critical Reception

The House of Forgetfulness garnered mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its atmospheric tension and strong lead performance, though some found the pacing uneven and the conclusion somewhat predictable. Audiences were generally captivated by its psychological depth and suspenseful narrative.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its gripping atmosphere and compelling lead.

  • The narrative's intricate mystery kept viewers engaged.

  • Some found the resolution to be less impactful than the build-up.

Google audience: Viewers appreciated the film's suspenseful plot and the emotional depth of the main character's journey. Many found the mystery compelling and the visual storytelling effective, although a segment of the audience felt the film could have benefited from a more surprising ending.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Actress at the Independent Film Awards.

Fun Fact

The isolated mansion used for filming was a real, centuries-old estate with a local reputation for being haunted, adding to the film's authentic eerie atmosphere.

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