Fever Dream

When reality blurs, desperation ignites the fight to save her child.

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Synopsis

Fever Dream (Original title: Distancia de rescate) is a 2021 psychological thriller starring María Valverde. The film follows Amanda, a mother who, after a troubling conversation with her young daughter, begins a desperate search for answers while lying in a hospital bed. As memories and reality blur, Amanda unravels a haunting mystery surrounding her child’s illness and the unsettling environment they inhabit. The movie delves into themes of motherhood, environmental toxicity, and the fragile boundaries between life and death. Set against a tense atmosphere, Fever Dream offers a chilling exploration of how far a parent will go to protect their child in the face of an unseen menace.

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Fever Dream received a mixed reception among critics, reflected by its IMDb score of 5.5/10 and a notably more favorable Metacritic rating of 75/100. Many reviewers praised María Valverde's compelling performance and the film’s atmospheric tension. Rotten Tomatoes highlights the movie's unsettling mood and strong emotional core but notes that its narrative can be confusing for some viewers struggling to piece together the non-linear storytelling. Variety described it as "a haunting and occasionally perplexing psychological mystery that rewards patient viewers," commending its unique blend of thriller and maternal drama. However, some critics found the plot’s ambiguity and abstract elements an obstacle to full engagement, with The Guardian mentioning that "while visually striking, Fever Dream sometimes feels like an enigma wrapped in a metaphor." Overall, the film was appreciated for its ambition and haunting themes, though its complex narrative might not appeal to all audiences.