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Rose of Nevada: Ship Returns, Crew Vanishes
11 Feb
Summary
- Fishermen take a mysterious job on a ship with a dark past.
- Timelines shift, causing confusion and memory loss.
- The film uses vintage 16mm cameras with modern elements.
Mark Jenkin's "Rose of Nevada" presents a science-fiction tale set against the backdrop of Cornwall's coastal villages. The narrative centers on a ship, the titular Rose, which reappears after a 30-year disappearance.
Two impoverished fishermen, Nick (George MacKay) and Liam (Callum Turner), take employment on the vessel, unaware of its eerie history and the potential fate of its former crew. Their decision plunges them into a world where time distorts and personal identities blur.
As the story unfolds, the fishermen face unsettling changes, with their own homes and loved ones exhibiting altered realities, some even failing to recognize them. The film was shot on a 16mm Bolex camera, with sound design meticulously crafted during post-production.
Jenkin deliberately juxtaposes the film's vintage aesthetic with modern elements like pop songs and iPhones. This creates a unique commentary on nostalgia and how history is remembered through contemporary lenses, featuring outdated technologies like old CCTVs and stick-shift trucks.
