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- 2017
- Not Rated
- Netflix
- 1 h 26 m
- 2017
- Not Rated
- Netflix
- 1 h 26 m
Summary Unfolding in reverse time, this darkly comic crime thriller follows a local sheriff hunting three bank robbery suspects, one of whom is his brother.
Directed By: Oren Uziel
Written By: Oren Uziel
- 2017
- Not Rated
- Netflix
- 1 h 26 m
- 2017
- Not Rated
- Netflix
- 1 h 26 m
Shimmer Lake
Metascore
Available after 4 critic reviews
6.5
Where to Watch
Summary Unfolding in reverse time, this darkly comic crime thriller follows a local sheriff hunting three bank robbery suspects, one of whom is his brother.
Directed By: Oren Uziel
Written By: Oren Uziel
Where to Watch
Top Cast
The performances range from unconvincing to not-quite-compelling, with Wilson the sole standout.
From start to finish, Uziel’s packaging of the story seems more inspired than its contents.
User Score
Generally Favorable
Based on 17 User Ratings
6.5
41% Positive
7 Ratings
7 Ratings
59% Mixed
10 Ratings
10 Ratings
0% Negative
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User Score
Generally Favorable
Based on 17 User Ratings
6.5
41% Positive
7 Ratings
7 Ratings
59% Mixed
10 Ratings
10 Ratings
0% Negative
0 Ratings
0 Ratings
I enjoyed this film, the cast was well assembled and the reserve chronological order format really worked well. While I did enjoy the cast there overly comedic vibes clashed a little with the serious tone and mood of the overall movie. This movie is definitely worth a watch.
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Shimmer Lake’s climax does a fine job of bringing together its disparate parts for a resolution that’s surprising, effective, and logical.
It's all about the plot structure here, and it is more than enough to keep you watching. When it's over you realise the story is a slim one, but so is Memento's if you've seen the chronological order version on the DVD Easter Egg.
To be fair, I suppose it makes sense to keep the plot pretty straightforward if you want to keep your audience when you're telling a story backwards. Kudos for something a bit different.
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I liked the style, and especially the way the story is told, but not the main characters.
Rainn Wilson and Benjamin Walker in my opinion were poor choices for their respective characters, and when that happens, it becomes difficult to interact with the rest.
If you haven't seen it, check it out. You may find it a little more stimulating.
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