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Red Moon Tide (2021): Cast, Ratings & Box Office

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Red Moon Tide is a 2021 drama directed by Lois Patiño, starring Ana Marra, Carmen Martínez and Pilar Rodlos. It runs 1 hour 24 minutes and earned $1,199 worldwide. It earned 1 award nomination, including Special Award at the Premios Feroz 2021. Critics gave it 91% on Rotten Tomatoes and 72 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.0/10.

IMDb rating
6.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes
91%
worldwide gross
$1.2K
award nomination
1
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Red Moon Tide (2021) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 24m (84 min)
Director
Lois Patiño
Genre
Drama
Original language
Spanish
Studio
MUBI
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Red Moon Tide About?

The premise of Red Moon Tide without spoilers.

Three women journey to a remote village seemingly trapped outside of time. They are searching for answers surrounding the disappearance of Rubio, a beloved and charismatic sailor. His vanishing has left the community shrouded in mystery and fueled by rumors. The women must navigate the village’s secrets and confront the unusual circumstances to uncover the truth behind Rubio’s fate.

Red Moon Tide Themes & Keywords

· 12 tags
  • village
  • hypnotized cast
  • galicia
  • fisherman
  • ghost
  • witch
  • surrealism
  • reference to a sea monster
  • dam
  • whale shark
  • experimental film
  • lovecraftian
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Cast & crew

Red Moon Tide Cast

Ana Marra leads the cast, with Carmen Martínez and Pilar Rodlos. Directed by Lois Patiño; 4 actors are credited in all.

From the director

More from Lois Patiño

More films directed by Lois Patiño: Ariel, Samsara, The Sower of Stars and Sycorax.

Full filmography
Ratings

Red Moon Tide Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Red Moon Tide 91% on Rotten Tomatoes and 72 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.0/10. Our Echo Score gives it 77/100, strongest in sensory experience (95) and weakest in character & emotion (55).

77 /100

Red Moon Tide Echo Score Breakdown

Overall, Red Moon Tide excels as a visually driven art film while offering a deliberately measured narrative. Critics and viewers alike praise its evocative imagery and hypnotic pacing, though some find the storyline passive and require imagination to cohere. Acting is minimal, with voice-over fragments and symbolic tableaux standing in for conventional character work. The sensory experience—marked by austere color palettes, looming dread, and atavistic trance—anchors the film’s impact. Overall, it impresses through mood and visual craft despite occasional narrative opacity.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 90

    In terms of art and craft, Red Moon Tide presents a series of meticulously composed frames and austere production design. The direction favors a restrained camera pulse and layered filters, giving each shot a painterly quality. Submarine sequences and striking compositions evoke a tactile mythology, while editing choices emphasize lingering perspectives over conventional cuts. The visual ambition consistently underlines the film’s artistic identity.

  • Character & Emotion 55

    When it comes to character and emotion, the film relies on sparse performances and symbolic tableaux rather than developed figures. Voice-over fragments provide context but rarely generate deep emotional arcs. Chemistry among the villagers is muted, and the narrative’s passive approach limits dramatic engagement. As a result, character depth remains elusive, with emotional resonance dependent on individual interpretation.

  • Story & Flow 65

    Regarding story and flow, Red Moon Tide adopts an ambitious, nontraditional narrative structure that unfolds at a deliberate pace. The plot is infused with mythic undertones and voice-over theories, creating an immersive but sometimes opaque experience. Critics note moments of trite engagement and passive progression, while others praise its hypnotic rhythm. This blend yields a storyline that challenges conventional expectations and demands active viewer interpretation.

  • Sensory Experience 95

    In terms of sensory experience, the film delivers an immersive atmosphere through its austere sound design and evocative score. The measured pacing, punctuated by moments of silent dread, reinforces an atavistic sense of unease. Visuals employ an understated color palette and layered textures to heighten a trance-like state. Overall, the sensory approach is both haunting and meditative, firmly anchoring the film’s mood.

  • Rewatch Factor 65

    When it comes to rewatch factor, Red Moon Tide offers strong visual rewards but may test repeated viewing due to its deliberate pacing and narrative opacity. The film’s hypnotic imagery and thematic depth invite further contemplation, yet the minimal character engagement and passive progression can lessen replay appeal for some audiences. Overall, its lasting aesthetic resonance supports selective revisits more than frequent replays.

Box office

Red Moon Tide Box Office

Red Moon Tide grossed $1,199 worldwide.

2021 box office

Worldwide gross

$1.2K

International
$1.2K
Awards

Red Moon Tide Awards & Nominations

Red Moon Tide earned 1 award nomination, including Special Award at the Premios Feroz 2021.

1 nomination1 ceremony

Videos

Red Moon Tide Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Red Moon Tide.

Lúa vermella | Trailer | Berlinale Forum 2020
Details

Red Moon Tide Also Known As

4 alternative titles, including “붉은 달의 조류” and “Lua Vermelha”.

Also known as
  • 붉은 달의 조류
  • Lua Vermelha
  • 红月
  • Красная луна

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FAQ

Red Moon Tide FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Awards

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, awards and post-credit scenes of Red Moon Tide, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Red Moon Tide?

Red Moon Tide runs 1 hour 24 minutes (84 minutes).

When was Red Moon Tide released?

Red Moon Tide was released on April 20, 2021.

Who directed Red Moon Tide?

Red Moon Tide was directed by Lois Patiño.

More films by Lois Patiño

Who is in the cast of Red Moon Tide?

Red Moon Tide stars Ana Marra, Carmen Martínez and Pilar Rodlos, among 4 credited actors.

How much did Red Moon Tide make at the box office?

Red Moon Tide grossed $1,199 worldwide.

How is Red Moon Tide rated?

Red Moon Tide has 6.0/10 on IMDb, 91% on Rotten Tomatoes, 72 on Metacritic and 63% on TMDB.

Was Red Moon Tide nominated for any awards?

Red Moon Tide received 1 nomination across 1 ceremony.

Does Red Moon Tide have a post-credit scene?

No. Red Moon Tide has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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