Night Stop
Night Stop

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Night Stop

2022
Movie
12 min
Finnish

Asad, a 16-year-old Black boy, whose first language is Finnish sign language, is on his way home on a rainy night when his bicycle breaks down in the middle of a quiet highway.

Insights

IMDb5.4/10
Director: Simon KaijserGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A family's road trip takes a sinister turn when they pick up a hitchhiker in the remote Swedish wilderness. As tensions rise and secrets are revealed, their journey transforms into a desperate fight for survival against a dangerous individual.

Critical Reception

Night Stop received mixed to positive reviews, with critics often highlighting its suspenseful atmosphere and strong performances, though some found the plot predictable.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its tense and unsettling mood.

  • Noted for solid acting, particularly from the lead.

  • Some critics felt the thriller elements didn't fully deliver on their potential.

Google audience: Audience reception data from Google is not readily available for this film.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in the visually striking, yet isolated, landscapes of northern Sweden, which significantly contributed to its eerie atmosphere.

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