Red Lights
Director: Rodrigo Cortés
Actors: Sigourney Weaver, Robert De Niro, Cillian Murphy
PlotMargaret Matheson and Tom Buckley are a pair of skeptical scientists dedicated to debunking purported paranormal phenomena. As colleagues at a university, they investigate and expose the tricks that lie behind events that seem supernatural, from ghost hunting to psychic readings. While Margaret offers a wealth of experience and a deeply personal motivation for her skepticism, Tom brings meticulous scientific rigor to each case. Their working relationship is grounded in a mutual respect and a shared mission to reveal the truth behind so-called paranormal activities.
Their routine is disrupted when renowned blind psychic Simon Silver re-emerges after a mysterious thirty-year absence, threatening to disrupt their work and challenge their scientific worldview. Silver’s charisma and influence reignite public interest in the supernatural, and his popularity makes him a formidable opponent. Fascinated by Silver's enigmatic persona and determined to validate their life's work, the duo decides to investigate him, setting themselves on a collision course with the legendary psychic. As they delve deeper into Silver’s world, they encounter experiences that test their scientific boundaries, pushing them both to question the foundations of their skepticism.
Writers: Rodrigo Cortés
Release Date: 02 Mar 2012
Runtime: 114 min
Rating: R
Country: Spain, Canada
Language: English
Home Video Reviews
'Red Lights' is stylish and worth watching, though it underdelivers on deeper themes, yet stands out in its genre.
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