Lac-Noir
Lac-Noir

Lac-Noir

2023TV ShowEnded2 SeasonsFrench

There is not only fresh air in Black Lake, there are also very mysterious things happening there... Valérie, a police officer from town, arrives with her son Dave to assist Adrien, the chief of police of a small village whose partner has been missing for 3 weeks.

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IMDb6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes75%
Metacritic64/100
Google Users78%
Director: Travis FineGenres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young man becomes obsessed with a cold case murder that occurred near a secluded lake, leading him down a path of disturbing discoveries. As he delves deeper into the mystery, the lines between reality and his own dark obsessions begin to blur. He finds himself drawn into a world where the past refuses to stay buried, and the secrets of Lac-Noir threaten to consume him.

Critical Reception

Lac-Noir received a mixed to positive reception, with critics praising its atmospheric tension and a strong central performance, while some found the pacing and plot resolution to be uneven. Audiences generally appreciated the suspenseful nature of the film and its haunting visuals.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its moody atmosphere and unsettling tone.
  • Applauded for a compelling lead performance that anchors the mystery.
  • Noted for a somewhat predictable yet engaging plot with effective suspense.

Google audience: Google users largely enjoyed the film's suspenseful narrative and the mystery surrounding the lake. Many found the visual style to be a strong point, contributing to the film's overall eerie feel, though a few noted that the conclusion could have been stronger.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Cinematography at the Austin Film Festival.

Fun Fact

The distinctive, misty look of the lake was achieved through a combination of natural fog and carefully placed smoke machines during filming, enhancing the film's eerie and mysterious atmosphere.

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