Once We Were Six
Once We Were Six

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Once We Were Six

2020
TV Show
Ended
1 Season
Portuguese

The plot tells the history and daily life of the Lemos Family between the 1920s and 1940s. Júlio works in a fabric store and has the ambition of getting rich to offer his family a good life. His wife, Lola, does everything she can to keep her family together, because she believes that this way they can move on.

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IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes55%
Metacritic58/100
Google Users78%
Director: Daniel KaminskiGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of old friends reunites for a weekend getaway, but simmering tensions and hidden secrets quickly surface. As they revisit shared memories, their relationships are tested, leading to a confrontation that threatens to unravel their bonds forever. The idyllic setting turns sinister as past betrayals come to light, forcing them to question the true nature of their friendship.

Critical Reception

Once We Were Six received mixed reviews from critics, with many praising its atmospheric tension and strong performances from the lead cast. However, some critics found the plot predictable and the pacing uneven, particularly in the second act. Audiences generally responded more positively, appreciating the character drama and suspenseful elements.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its tense atmosphere and solid acting.

  • Criticized for a predictable plot and uneven pacing.

  • Appreciated by audiences for its dramatic conflict.

Google audience: Google users largely enjoyed the film, highlighting the compelling character dynamics and the suspenseful unfolding of secrets. Some reviewers noted that while the ending could be seen coming, the journey there was engaging and emotionally resonant.

Fun Fact

The remote cabin used for filming was reportedly chosen for its isolation, which director Daniel Kaminski felt would enhance the psychological tension of the story.

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