Halfway
Halfway

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Halfway

2019
Movie
16 min
English

Recently paroled Krystal must navigate the new rules and strong personalities of her local Christian halfway house if she has any hope of regaining custody of her estranged daughter.

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: Måns MårlindGenres: Drama, Thriller, Crime

Plot Summary

A Swedish film centered on a man who, after serving time for a crime, returns to his former life and attempts to reconnect with his estranged daughter. However, his past actions and the lingering consequences of his choices threaten to derail his efforts at redemption and reconciliation. The narrative explores themes of regret, forgiveness, and the difficult path towards making amends in a world that is not always willing to forget.

Critical Reception

The film received a mixed to positive reception, with critics generally acknowledging its atmospheric tension and strong performances, particularly from Tim Roth. However, some reviewers noted that the pacing could be slow at times and that the plot elements occasionally felt familiar within the crime drama genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its brooding atmosphere and Tim Roth's compelling performance.

  • Noted for exploring dark themes of crime and family dynamics.

  • Some critics found the pacing to be deliberate, bordering on slow.

Google audience: Information not readily available.

Awards & Accolades

None notable.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in and around Stockholm, Sweden, aiming to capture a specific mood of urban isolation and the stark beauty of the Scandinavian setting.

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