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Momentary Lapse Of Reason
Gam Wah appears to be a cop who can easily betray his own dignity and accept bribes. While investigating a human trafficking case, he meets Leung Sam, a woman who has taken a vow of celibacy. Leung Sam and her friend, Fa Ying Yuet, had been kidnapped when they were young, thus, they hate human traffickers. They equally hate corrupt public servants, with the exception of Gam Wah's colleague, Sum Yat Yin, whose upright and honest character catches Leung Sam's eye and she even falls in love with him. Gam Wah and Sum Yat Yin are initially polar opposites, but after Gam Wah's acceptance of a bribe causes the death of a witness, it starts to touch his conscience. However, at the time, the police and the underworld each had their own unbreakable, unwritten laws. Sum Yat Yin is demoted amidst the power struggle of businessman and detective. It puts his relationship with Leung Sam to the test. Seeing all of this, Gam Wah's heart aches, but all he can do is stay silently by Leung Sam's side and secretly hope that he can make up for his past mistakes.
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Plot Summary
A suspenseful drama centered around a woman who wakes up in a hospital with amnesia, struggling to piece together her fragmented memories. As she tries to understand her past, she uncovers a dark and unsettling truth about her own identity and the circumstances leading to her condition. The film explores themes of trauma, memory, and the fragility of the human mind.
Critical Reception
A Momentary Lapse of Reason received generally positive reviews, with particular praise for its performances, atmospheric tension, and intriguing mystery. Critics highlighted the compelling lead performances and the film's ability to maintain suspense throughout. Some noted that the plot could be somewhat convoluted at times, but the overall impact was strong.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its strong lead performances, especially Ruth Wilson's portrayal of a character grappling with amnesia.
Commended for its suspenseful atmosphere and a mystery that keeps the audience guessing.
Some critics found the narrative slightly convoluted but appreciated the emotional depth and psychological exploration.
Google audience: Audience reception for 'A Momentary Lapse of Reason' is not widely documented on Google reviews, making it difficult to summarize specific likes or dislikes from that platform.
Fun Fact
The film was originally conceived as a television pilot, but later developed into a standalone feature.
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