Ninety Sunsets
Ninety Sunsets

Ninety Sunsets

2021Movie104 minEnglish

After an unforeseen tragedy leaves 10-year-old Gavin unable to speak, his mother is about to realize that everything happens for a reason after a fated mishap becomes a destined love nobody sees coming.

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IMDb7.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes78%
Metacritic65/100
Google Users85%
Director: Liam O'ConnellGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

In the bustling city of Neo-Veridia, estranged siblings Anya and Leo discover a hidden collection of their late grandmother's journals. These writings reveal a passionate, secret romance she had during her youth, set against the backdrop of a rapidly changing world. As Anya and Leo delve deeper into the past, they confront their own strained relationship and the lingering effects of family secrets.

Critical Reception

Ninety Sunsets was met with a mixed but generally positive reception. Critics praised its emotional depth and the performances of its lead actors, while some found the pacing to be a bit slow. Audiences appreciated the touching narrative and the exploration of intergenerational relationships.

What Reviewers Say

  • A poignant exploration of love, loss, and family connections.
  • The film's emotional core is its greatest strength, carried by strong lead performances.
  • While beautifully shot, the narrative occasionally suffers from a deliberate, sometimes meandering pace.

Google audience: Audiences largely praised the film's heartwarming story and the chemistry between the lead actors, finding it to be a moving and relatable portrayal of family dynamics. Some viewers felt the plot resolution could have been more impactful.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Original Screenplay at the Golden Globe Awards; Winner of Best Independent Film at the Venice Film Festival.

Fun Fact

The elderly actress who portrayed the grandmother in flashbacks was discovered by director Liam O'Connell while working as a librarian.

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