Altered Minds

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Altered Minds

2015,

1h 46m,

Mystery & Thriller/

Drama

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56%

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100+ Ratings

A tormented writer (Ryan O'Nan) tries to uncover a dark secret about his dying father (Judd Hirsch), a former psychiatrist for the CIA.

Cary Darling

Fort Worth Star-Telegram/DFW.com

Nov 21, 2015

3/5

If the resolution isn't quite as satisfying as either the buildup or the performances by the likes of Dexter's C.S. Lee, it's still a well-made thriller.

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Glenn Kenny

RogerEbert.com

Nov 20, 2015

2/4

It's all in the service of what turns out to be a find-what-the-filmmaker-has-hidden narrative riddle, a pretty well executed one when all is said and done, but a not terribly memorable one either.

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Noel Murray

Los Angeles Times

Nov 19, 2015

A good mystery and earnest performances keep the movie lively, though the confined location and limited plot ultimately make the end product feel paltry.

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Mark Bell

Film Threat

Apr 23, 2024

In the end, this is a solid psychological thriller that keeps you guessing, with more than a few tricks up its sleeves to make for some arresting emotional or physical responses.

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Kit Bowen

The Movie Kit

Mar 24, 2016

Altered Minds moves almost too slowly through a family's dynamics but culminates with a heart-wrenching punch in the gut.

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Todd Jorgenson

Cinemalogue

Dec 31, 2015

An intriguing concept isn't explored to its full potential in this low-key psychological thriller.

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Poe M

May 10, 2018

Just saw this last night (2018). I was riveted. I realize there are some problems with this film, but I found it very intriguing, though dark and depressing. I liked Judd Hirsch's character as a dying, obviously loving father, juxtaposed with his dark secret which suddenly becomes exposed at the very end of his life. Not sure I understand why all the members of the family suddenly start regaining their memories at the same time. Was just coming home the trigger? Anyway, as someone who enjoys dark, disturbing movies, I found this movie tense and suspenseful and ultimately time well spent. But don't expect any happy endings.

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Draco R

Mar 19, 2018

This is a highly charged movie. A family in crisis due to the illness of the father, but deeply broken and wounded. Due to subject matter only (non-deadly violence/a small amount of blood) I would rate this as a hard R. I found myself involuntarily holding my breathe during portions of this film. Ironic due to the condition of the main character. Acting was superb. Judd Hirsch (as Dr, Shellner) was the standout, but the entire ensemble worked well together and seemed to be relatable. The soundtrack did venture into hyper-dramatic drive in parts, but the excellent performances kept me watching. While the movie takes a while to get going, it seemed like the last 30 minutes raced to the conclusion. I can see this more effectively unfolding in dramatic play than in cinema format. Some scenes needed a little editing, but that is nitpicking. I cannot recommend this movie as entertainment, but I can recommend it as education and enlightenment. The last 2 lines of this film spoken by Judd Hirsch were amazing. I am not sure if they belong to the scriptwriter or someone else, but they resonated in my mind after the closing credits ended.

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Finn S

Nov 12, 2017

Excellent and kept my interest throughout the movie. Great ending.

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Michael Z. Wechsler

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Judd Hirsch

Dr. Nathaniel Shellner

Ryan O'Nan

Tommy Shellner

Caroline Lagerfelt

Lillian

C.S. Lee

Harry

Dennis Flanagan

Sergeant Joseph Robbins

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Synopsis

A tormented writer (Ryan O'Nan) tries to uncover a dark secret about his dying father (Judd Hirsch), a former psychiatrist for the CIA.

Director: Michael Z. Wechsler
Producer: Michael Z. Wechsler, Shawn Singh
Screenwriter: Michael Z. Wechsler
Distributor: Gravitas Ventures
Production Co: mKarma Productions, Rowish Entertainment, Rowish Productions
Genre: Mystery & Thriller, Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Nov 20, 2015, Limited
Release Date (Streaming): Nov 5, 2016
Runtime: 1h 46m

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