Frequency
When a rare phenomenon gives police officer John Sullivan the chance to speak to his father, 30 years in the past, he takes the opportunity to prevent his dad's tragic death. After his actions inadvertently give rise to a series of brutal murders he and his father must find a way to fix the consequences of altering time.
Release Year
2000
Runtime
118 min
Audience Score
7.3
Genres
Science Fiction, Crime, Thriller
Story Snapshot
When a rare phenomenon gives police officer John Sullivan the chance to speak to his father, 30 years in the past, he takes the opportunity to prevent his dad's tragic death. After his actions inadvertently give rise to a series of brutal murders he and his father must find a way to fix the consequences of altering time.
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Frequency is a dark pick with high complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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