Night Across the Street
Night Across the Street

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Night Across the Street

2012
Movie
107 min
Spanish

A drama centered on an office worker on the verge of retirement who begins to relive both real and imagined memories.

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IMDb6.6/10
Director: Raúl RuizGenres: Drama, Fantasy, Horror

Plot Summary

A young boy named Pajarito, a lonely and imaginative child, navigates a world filled with fantastical elements and lurking dangers. He finds solace in reading and in his vivid imagination, which often blurs the lines between reality and the supernatural. As he grows, he encounters strange and unsettling occurrences that challenge his perception of the world around him and his own existence.

Critical Reception

Raúl Ruiz's final film, 'Night Across the Street,' received critical acclaim for its surreal and dreamlike atmosphere, often seen as a melancholic and profound exploration of childhood, memory, and the passage of time. Critics praised its unique visual style and its ability to evoke a sense of wonder and unease, though some found its unconventional narrative challenging.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its dreamlike and surreal atmosphere, characteristic of Ruiz's later work.

  • Applauded as a poignant and personal reflection on childhood and mortality.

  • Noted for its unique visual storytelling and evocative imagery.

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Fun Fact

This film was the last completed work of the acclaimed Chilean filmmaker Raúl Ruiz, who passed away shortly after its release.

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