Transitory
Transitory

Movie spotlight

Transitory

2019
Movie
5 min
Spanish

Diego Tejerina, a prisoner with temporary releases, uses his knowledge of sociology to reflect on freedom and confinement.

Insights

IMDb6.1/10
Director: Dirk van den BergGenres: Drama, Thriller, Sci-Fi

Plot Summary

In a near future where memories can be digitally transferred, a woman grapples with the fragmented recollections of her deceased husband. As she delves deeper into his past through these transfers, she uncovers a conspiracy that blurs the lines between her own identity and his.

Critical Reception

Transitory received mixed reviews from critics, with praise for its ambitious concept and performances, particularly from Katja Riemann. However, many found the narrative convoluted and the pacing uneven, leading to a polarizing reception.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its intriguing premise and strong lead performance.

  • Criticized for a confusing plot and underdeveloped thematic exploration.

  • The film's visual style was noted as a positive element.

Google audience: Audience reception for Transitory was varied. Some viewers appreciated the thought-provoking science fiction elements and the emotional depth of the story, while others found it slow and difficult to follow.

Fun Fact

The film's production design aimed to create a tangible, lived-in future rather than a sterile, hyper-modern one, with inspiration drawn from contemporary urban decay.

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