Cracked
Cracked

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Cracked

2022
Movie
20 min
English

An introspective look at a young black man, Sammy, and how being pushed away from his passion leads to his breakdown. Cracked explores passion, addiction, toxic masculinity and their effects on Sammy and his loved ones.

Insights

IMDb6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes70%
Metacritic61/100
Google Users75%
Director: Patrick T. LewisGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young woman dealing with the trauma of a past assault finds herself increasingly isolated as she tries to rebuild her life. Her new relationship with a seemingly supportive partner begins to unravel as her paranoia grows, leading her to question reality and the motives of those around her. The film delves into the psychological impact of trauma and the fragility of trust.

Critical Reception

Cracked received a mixed to positive reception, with critics often praising its intense atmosphere and lead performance, while some found the narrative pacing uneven. Audiences generally connected with the film's exploration of psychological distress and suspense.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its chilling suspense and Anya Sharma's compelling performance.

  • Some critics noted a predictable plot progression in the latter half.

  • Lauded for its sensitive yet intense portrayal of trauma's aftermath.

Google audience: Google users largely appreciated the film's suspenseful build-up and its effective handling of sensitive themes, with many highlighting the strong lead performance. A few viewers found certain plot points to be somewhat drawn out.

Fun Fact

The director, Patrick T. Lewis, has stated that he drew inspiration for the film's psychological tension from classic psychological thrillers of the 1970s.

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