And Yet We Were All Blind
And Yet We Were All Blind

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And Yet We Were All Blind

2023
Movie
94 min
French

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IMDb7.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes72%
Metacritic65/100
Google Users81%
Director: Eliza BennettGenres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

In a small, isolated town plagued by a series of unsettling disappearances, a determined investigative journalist uncovers a dark conspiracy that reaches the highest echelons of local power. As she delves deeper, she finds herself entangled with a mysterious recluse who may hold the key to the truth, but also poses a significant threat. The film explores themes of paranoia, buried secrets, and the corrupting influence of power within a community desperate to maintain its facade.

Critical Reception

Critically, 'And Yet We Were All Blind' received a mixed to positive reception, praised for its atmospheric tension and strong performances, particularly from Sarah Paulson. However, some critics found the pacing uneven and the plot resolution somewhat predictable. Audiences generally responded well to the suspenseful narrative and the film's exploration of psychological thriller elements.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its chilling atmosphere and Sarah Paulson's compelling lead performance.

  • The film effectively builds suspense, though some found the narrative twists less impactful than intended.

  • Visually striking and thematically relevant, but occasionally suffers from pacing issues.

Google audience: Google users largely appreciated the film's suspenseful nature and engaging plot, with many highlighting the strong acting. Some viewers found the ending slightly disappointing or felt certain plot points could have been developed further.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Actress (Sarah Paulson) at the Saturn Awards.

Fun Fact

The isolated setting of the film was shot in a real, remote town in the Pacific Northwest, which added to the authentic sense of isolation and atmosphere during production.

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