Teambuilding
A frothy comedy about life in the corporation, about the challenges of building a career and those of consolidating and motivating a team. The film, a satire of corporate life, reveals the events of a team building in which the robotic corporativism unleash themselves and unleash themselves by showing their human side.
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Plot Summary
Four Iranian women attend a corporate teambuilding retreat in the mountains, expecting a typical corporate exercise. However, they soon discover that the retreat has a much more sinister and surreal agenda. As they navigate the bizarre challenges and escalating paranoia, their individual struggles and hidden secrets begin to surface.
Critical Reception
Teambuilding received a mixed to positive reception from critics, often praised for its unique premise and atmospheric tension. Some found the film's allegorical nature to be thought-provoking, while others felt the pacing could be uneven. Audiences generally appreciated its unconventional approach to storytelling and its exploration of themes like power dynamics and conformity.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its unsettling atmosphere and surreal, allegorical elements.
- Some critics noted a slow burn that might not appeal to all viewers.
- The film's exploration of power dynamics within a corporate setting was highlighted as a strength.
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Awards & Accolades
Nominated for Best Film at the Thessaloniki International Film Festival.
Fun Fact
The film was shot on location in a remote, mountainous area, adding to its isolated and claustrophobic atmosphere.
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