48/27
Music plays in the background throughout the film, featuring variations on the second movement of Beethoven’s 7th Symphony
Synopsis
A group of friends gather for a pre-wedding party that turns into an existential nightmare when an estranged friend shows up with a mysterious game that awakens long-hidden secrets, desires, and resentments.
Referenced in Amanda the Jedi Show: NIGHT SWIM is Garbage | Explained (2024)
Coppelia: Act I: ValseWritten by Léo DelibesPerformed by Symfonický orchester Slovenského rozhlasu (as the Orchestra of the Slovak Radio) and Andrew MogreliaCourtesy of Naxos of AmericaIn arrangement with HD Music Now Inc.
I didn’t know anything beforehand, and perhaps having no expectations helped me appreciate the film more
It’s quite original, well written, and the actors may not be big names, but considering the premise, they all do a convincing job.
I personally also liked the directing and editing choices, which suited the characters and a product of our times, but I can see why it might be polarizing to some people who might be put off by the whole younger millennial vibe
I think most people will be guessing until the end with all the twists and turns, but if you’ve seen a lot of similar movies, you might be able to guess most of what’s going to happen; but that shouldn’t stop you from enjoying the crazy, delightfully confusing ride!
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