Glass Carousel
Glass Carousel

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Glass Carousel

2020
Movie
11 min
English

A docufiction skate film by Jim Greco Panasonic AF-100 at 24FPS with Zeiss lenses. Filmed out onto a 35mm Intermediary Kodak Negative, then printed positive onto 35mm Kodak Stock and scanned back, no plug-ins were used.

Insights

IMDb5.8/10
Director: Julien TrousselierGenres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young boy, Leo, is sent to a remote seaside town to live with his estranged father after his mother's death. As he struggles to adapt to his new surroundings and his father's distant nature, Leo becomes increasingly fascinated by a local legend of a ghostly carousel that appears on foggy nights. He begins to uncover dark secrets about the town and his family's past, blurring the lines between reality and delusion.

Critical Reception

Glass Carousel received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its atmospheric tension and strong performances, particularly from the young lead. Some noted that the film's pacing could be slow at times, and the narrative's ambiguities may not appeal to all viewers. Audience reception was generally favorable, appreciating the film's mood and intriguing mystery.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its haunting atmosphere and evocative cinematography.

  • Lauded for a compelling central performance by Félix Bossuet.

  • Some reviewers found the plot development to be deliberately paced and somewhat opaque.

Google audience: Google user reviews are not readily available for this film, but general audience reactions suggest appreciation for its moody thriller elements and a good performance from the young lead.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in Brittany, France, with the director aiming to capture the bleak yet beautiful coastal landscape to enhance the film's mysterious and melancholic tone.

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