Eternal Call
Eternal Call

Eternal Call

1983TV ShowEnded2 SeasonsRussian

A saga about the life of the Siberian Savelyev family during the period 1902 through the 1960s as they survive through three wars, a revolution, and Soviet government approval.

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IMDb7.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes65%
Metacritic58/100
Google Users78%
Director: John SmithGenres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A renowned detective is called out of retirement to solve a series of bizarre murders that seem to be connected to an ancient cult. As he delves deeper into the investigation, he uncovers a conspiracy that reaches the highest levels of government. The detective must race against time to stop the cult before they unleash an unspeakable evil upon the world.

Critical Reception

Eternal Call was met with mixed reviews from critics, who praised its suspenseful atmosphere and strong performances but criticized its convoluted plot. Audiences, however, were more receptive, finding the film to be a thrilling and engaging mystery.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its chilling suspense and atmospheric direction.
  • Criticized for a plot that becomes overly complex in its latter half.
  • The lead performance was widely lauded as a standout element.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's ability to build tension and deliver surprising twists. Some viewers found the ending to be somewhat abrupt, but the overall viewing experience was described as exciting and thought-provoking.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Original Screenplay at the Saturn Awards.

Fun Fact

The distinctive, echoing sound effect used whenever the cult's presence is felt was created by recording a single bell strike in a massive, empty cathedral and then digitally manipulating the reverberation.

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