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The Falling
2015 103 min United Kingdom 18+
★6.0
Drama, Mystery, Thriller
Director: Carol Morley
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Description
England, 1969. The fascinating Abbie and the troubled Lydia are great friends. After an unexpected tragedy occurs in the strict girls' school they attend, a mysterious epidemic of fainting breaks out that threatens the mental sanity and beliefs of the tormented people involved, both teachers and students.
Budget:
$952,707
Starring
Maxine Peake
Actor
Maisie Williams
Actor
Florence Pugh
Actor
Awards
3 wins & 5 nominations
Key opinion
The Falling is a polarizing psychological drama that uses a mysterious fainting epidemic to explore adolescent grief and female friendship. While some critics appreciate its unique, atmospheric approach to collective sorrow, others find the narrative pretentious and frustratingly disjointed.
| Acting | Florence Pugh delivers a compelling, standout performance that anchors the film's intense emotional atmosphere. | |
| Originality | The film offers a unique and distinct exploration of adolescent grief that separates it from standard teen narratives. | |
| Screenplay | The script attempts to blend ethereal poetry with psychological depth, but often suffers from being overly pretentious and narratively vague. | |
| Acting | Performances are highly divisive, with some cast members praised for their intensity while others are criticized for over-acting and failing to sustain the film's tone. | |
| Direction | The directorial vision creates a polarizing experience: supporters see a nuanced portrayal of mass hysteria, while detractors find it an empty, unpleasant exercise. |