FILAMENT
FILAMENT

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FILAMENT

2017
Movie
30 min
Japanese

Yusuke had a secret he couldn't share with anyone: he could fly. Eventually, Yusuke began pursuing his long-time dream of becoming a hero who helps others. However, his actions ended up drastically altering the lives of many people. Thus began the struggle of a dreamer against the harsh realities of the world.

Insights

IMDb4.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes38%
Metacritic41/100
Google Users65%
Director: MothGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young woman named Melody is diagnosed with a rare and rapidly progressing illness that causes her body to photosynthesize. As her condition worsens, she becomes increasingly isolated and dependent on sunlight for survival. Her estranged sister, a determined investigative journalist, races against time to uncover the truth behind Melody's mysterious ailment, suspecting a sinister conspiracy.

Critical Reception

Filament received mixed to negative reviews from critics, with many pointing to its intriguing premise but criticizing its execution. While some appreciated the unique horror concept, the film was often hampered by a slow pace and underdeveloped characters. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some finding the body horror elements effective and others feeling the narrative failed to deliver on its potential.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its original and disturbing body horror concept.

  • Criticized for pacing issues and a lack of narrative cohesion.

  • Some viewers found the film's atmosphere unsettling, while others deemed it too slow.

Google audience: Google users largely found the film to be an interesting, albeit flawed, attempt at a unique horror story. Many appreciated the creative premise and the unsettling visual elements. However, a common criticism revolved around the story's slow progression and a perceived lack of satisfying resolution.

Fun Fact

The film's unique concept of human photosynthesis was inspired by real-world scientific phenomena and speculative biology, aiming to blend medical horror with science fiction elements.

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