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by Frank Showalter

Lake Mungo

C+: 3 stars (out of 5)
2008 | Australia | 87 min | More...

A faux true-crime documentary covering the drowning death of a teenage girl. The performances convince and the narrative piles twist upon twist with deft precision. Every revelation feels earned, even as the film inches closer and closer to Twin Peaks-style horror. Add a star if you’re a true-crime or documentary fan, but the style kept me at arm’s length though I appreciated the craftsmanship. Great surround mix.

Viewing History

  • Watched on
    Sat, Dec 11, 2021 via Amazon