Top Cast
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Tim Roth
Neil Bennett
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Charlotte Gainsbourg
Alice Bennett
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Iazua Larios
Bernice
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Henry Goodman
Richard
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Albertine Kotting McMillan
Alexa Bennett
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Samuel Bottomley
Colin Bennett
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Godriyah Faoziati
Masseur
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Ely Guerra
Singer
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James Tarpey
Albert Thompson
Overview
When a distant emergency disrupts a vacation in Acapulco, simmering tensions rise to the fore between scions of a wealthy British family.
Rating
1 Reviews
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Steve Parker7 Jul 24, 2022**SUNDOWN** is a new psychological mystery drama from director Michel Franco. The story follows a wealthy British family who is vacationing in Acapulco when a distant emergency disrupts their plans. The simmering tensions between the group members come to the fore as they try to figure out what is going on and how to deal with the situation. Tim Roth and Charlotte Gainsbourg give strong performances as the patriarch and matriarch of the family, respectively. The rest of the cast is also excellent. The film is slow-paced and gently suspenseful, with plenty of twists and turns to keep viewers guessing as to what is at the heart of the trouble in this family. The dialogue in **SUNDOWN** is sharp and intelligent, with the characters often engaging in heated exchanges that reveal a lot about their relationships. The dialogue is one of the highlights of the film, as it allows the viewer to get a sense of who these people are and what they're going through. There are also some very funny moments, which help to lighten the mood in what is otherwise a tense film. The cinematography is beautiful, with the sun-drenched Acapulco setting providing a stunning backdrop for the film's events. The use of light and shadow is also excellent, creating an atmosphere of suspense and foreboding that adds to the film's overall impact. Themes such as family dynamics, secrets, and betrayal are explored in **SUNDOWN**, making it a thought-provoking and emotionally resonant film. The slow pacing may be a challenge for some, but those who stick with it will be rewarded with a complex and rewarding experience.
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