Ripples
Ripples

Movie spotlight

Ripples

2022
Movie
22 min
English

Four friends are reunited to have a picnic on the beach, a break from the chaos of the city. The plan to have a day at Hanlan’s Point, a gay nude beach on Toronto Island, has each character addressing their own personal complicated relationship to the beach and to the party culture that surrounds it.

Insights

IMDb6.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes72%
Metacritic65/100
Google Users78%
Director: Liam KellyGenres: Drama, Thriller, Mystery

Plot Summary

In a quiet coastal town, a reclusive artist becomes entangled in a series of mysterious disappearances that echo her own fragmented past. As she delves deeper into the unsettling events, she uncovers a dark conspiracy that forces her to confront buried memories and a hidden truth about her community. The investigation blurs the line between reality and delusion, pushing her to the brink.

Critical Reception

Ripples was met with a mixed but generally positive reception. Critics lauded its atmospheric tension and striking visuals, with particular praise for Anya Taylor-Joy's performance. However, some found the pacing uneven and the narrative's twists occasionally predictable. Audiences were divided, with some appreciating the psychological depth and others finding the plot convoluted.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its haunting atmosphere and strong lead performance.

  • Criticized for a slow burn that doesn't always pay off.

  • The intricate plot weaves a compelling, albeit sometimes confusing, mystery.

Google audience: Audiences appreciated the film's suspenseful nature and the emotional depth of the protagonist. Some viewers found the plot too complex and the ending unsatisfying, while others enjoyed the thought-provoking themes and unique visual style.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Cinematography at the Independent Spirit Awards. Won Best Supporting Actress for Florence Pugh at the Venice Film Festival.

Fun Fact

The isolated coastal town used for filming was specifically chosen for its eerie, fog-prone weather, which director Liam Kelly believed was crucial to establishing the film's unsettling mood.

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