The Wave
A man on the verge of a promotion takes a mysterious hallucinogenic drug that begins to tear down his reality and expose his life for what it really is.
Release Year
2019
Runtime
87 min
Audience Score
6.0
Genres
Science Fiction
Story Snapshot
A man on the verge of a promotion takes a mysterious hallucinogenic drug that begins to tear down his reality and expose his life for what it really is.
Why This Page Helps
The Wave is a mind-bending pick with easy complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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