The Caveman's Valentine

The Caveman's Valentine

2001 · 105 min · EN · R · 5.7 (121 votes)
Dir. Kasi Lemmons · Starring Samuel L. Jackson, Colm Feore, Ann Magnuson, Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor, Tamara Tunie, Anthony Michael Hall · Music Terence Blanchard
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Romulus, a misunderstood musician turned recluse hiding from personal demons in a New York City cave, finds the frozen body of a young drifter in a tree. The authorities, including his police officer daughter, claim the death is accidental. Romulus is convinced the man was murdered by a prominent art photographer but how can he prove he's right when everyone thinks he's insane?

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A haunting, atmospheric descent into urban isolation and paranoia. This film feels like a fever dream, a gritty, introspective mystery that questions perception and sanity amidst decaying cityscapes.

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