Final Thesis
Final Thesis

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Final Thesis

2017
Movie
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English

A drama about life

Insights

IMDb6.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes55%
Metacritic58/100
Google Users65%
Director: Kyle Patrick AlvarezGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A promising young novelist finds himself in a downward spiral when his secret is exposed, leading to blackmail and a series of increasingly dangerous events. He must confront his past and make difficult choices to protect himself and his loved ones from the consequences of his actions.

Critical Reception

Final Thesis received mixed to positive reviews, with praise often directed at the performances of its young cast and its tense atmosphere. However, some critics found the plot convoluted and certain narrative choices to be less convincing, leading to a somewhat polarized reception.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film attempts a compelling psychological thriller but is hampered by an uneven script.

  • Lucas Hedges delivers a strong performance, anchoring the film's emotional core.

  • The movie's suspenseful moments are effective, but the overall narrative lacks cohesion.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate appreciation for the suspenseful elements and the lead actor's performance. However, many viewers found the plot to be predictable or hard to follow at times, detracting from the overall enjoyment.

Fun Fact

The film was originally intended to be titled 'Michael & The Bear' before being changed to 'Final Thesis'.

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