Mass
Mass

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Mass

2014
Movie
4 min
English

A cult of women who worship a female God get ambushed by a group of crazed vigilante fundamentalists. Inspired by mondo cinema, footage of the Church of Satan and the fashion of Chelsea Wolfe.

Insights

IMDb7.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes94%
Metacritic79/100
Google Users91%
Director: Fran KranzGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

Years after a tragic event, two sets of parents meet in a neutral location to discuss the unspeakable. The conversation is tense and emotional as they navigate grief, anger, and the desire for understanding. Both families are trying to find a way to move forward while grappling with the profound consequences of their children's actions.

Critical Reception

Mass was met with critical acclaim, with particular praise for its sensitive handling of a difficult subject matter, its powerful performances, and Fran Kranz's directorial debut. Critics lauded the film for its emotional depth and thought-provoking dialogue, finding it to be a moving and cathartic experience.

What Reviewers Say

  • A deeply affecting and impeccably acted drama.

  • Fran Kranz delivers a powerful and restrained directorial debut.

  • The film handles its sensitive subject matter with remarkable grace and emotional intelligence.

Google audience: Audiences were deeply moved by the film's raw emotional power and the exceptional performances of the cast. Many found the difficult subject matter handled with sensitivity and respect, leading to a cathartic and memorable viewing experience.

Fun Fact

The film was written and directed by Fran Kranz, who decided to explore the themes of grief and reconciliation after experiencing profound loss in his own life.

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