Echoes of the Forgotten

Critic Reviews

In a cinematic landscape cluttered with half-hearted attempts at depth, 'Echoes of the Forgotten' emerges as a peculiar misstep. The film, promising an odyssey through time-worn memories with its tagline 'Some memories should never be unearthed,' sadly lives up to its own warning by unearthing a storyline better left buried. While Rooney Marzipan's alien portrayal could have been a beacon of intrigue, it is instead a dimly lit candle struggling against the overpowering gusts of cliché and melodrama. Oliver Flan's turn as the tormented public servant is as inspiring as a public service announcement on tax filing - necessary, perhaps, but hardly enthralling. The film's G rating only compounds its miseries, as the narrative desperately claws for mature themes yet remains shackled by the constraints of family-friendly content. Director John Fawn's attempt to weave supernatural elements into the narrative fabric does little but highlight the story's frayed edges. Mickey Rouxke's supporting role is the only semblance of salvation in this dreary affair, but one wonders if his talents were simply another memory best left forgotten. In summary, 'Echoes of the Forgotten' is a film that’s unlikely to resonate with anyone seeking more than a superficial whisper in the cacophony of the Fantasy Era genre.