Waves
Seen it?2021 | 6 min | Drama, Fantasy
Saturday Specialearly ratingWhy it’s a Saturday Special
Critics loved it (80 on Metacritic), despite soft box office. A strong pick for the weekend.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for fantasy fans.
- The mood
- Thoughtful and character-driven.
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters, at 6 min.
- What might put you off
- Nothing much for most grown-ups.
Like the ebbs and flows of waves in the ocean, a woman rides out different stages of an anxiety attack and through memory and space regains control and relief.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsVery strong
80 on Metacritic
- AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
- AwardsSolid
Nominated for 1 Independent Spirit Award.
- Box office & staying powerBelow par
$6 million worldwide; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactSolid
About 303K people sought it out in the past year
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Cast & crew
Directed by Natalie Gee
- Lily Baldwin