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Palmist
In the center of the story is the fate of a student of the Yaroslavl Technical University, Sergei Ryabinin, who decided to systematize the knowledge of wandering gypsies and turn palmistry into an independent science. To do this, an ambitious young man chooses a non-trivial path. For most of the series, he travels through morgues, hospitals and cemeteries, trying to find out the cause of their death through the lines located on the hands of the dead. Among the piles of corpses, the young talent manages to find even... his future wife…
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Plot Summary
A young man visits a palm reader hoping for guidance about his future. However, the insights he receives challenge his perception of destiny and his own agency. The encounter leads him to question the nature of fate and the choices that truly define a person's life.
Critical Reception
Palmist received limited distribution, primarily within film festival circuits, and garnered quiet but positive attention for its subtle exploration of existential themes. Critics praised its minimalist approach and evocative atmosphere, though its short runtime meant some thematic elements were less deeply explored.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its contemplative and atmospheric storytelling.
Noted for the understated performances of its lead actors.
Appreciated for its concise yet thought-provoking narrative on fate and free will.
Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for 'Palmist' is not readily available due to its limited release.
Fun Fact
The film's director, Tadashi Nakamura, is known for his distinctive visual style and often explores themes of memory and identity in his works.
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