Famous film critic Roger Ebert once referred to movies as the “ultimate empathy machine,” enabling viewers to fully immerse themselves in a range of feelings and experiences. Unlike any other media, movies have the special power to turn viewers into their favourite characters and lead them through gripping dramas. Resonance is not always a sign of a successful film, but when it does, it is a sign of success for the filmmaker.
The cliffhanger, which leaves viewers in suspense and with unmet expectations, is one of the most effective narrative devices in movies. Cliffhangers were popularized in movies and encouraged audiences to come back for the inevitable resolution.
But not every cliffhanger has a satisfying resolution. Sometimes, filmmakers omit important details from their films, leaving viewers confused and desperate for answers. This collection looks at these ambiguous scenes where the audience is left wondering what will happen to their hero.
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– Farheen Ali