El silencio
El silencio

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El silencio

2013
Movie
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Spanish

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IMDb4.7/10
Director: Elias KoteasGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young man, Caleb, goes to work for a reclusive and eccentric millionaire, Montgomery, who is obsessed with his beautiful and troubled daughter, Angel. As Caleb becomes entangled in their dysfunctional world, he uncovers dark secrets and disturbing truths about the family's past and present.

Critical Reception

El Silencio received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding its plot convoluted and its characters underdeveloped. While some praised the performances, particularly Rutger Hauer's, the overall sentiment was that the film failed to deliver a compelling narrative or adequate suspense.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a confusing and ultimately unsatisfying plot.

  • Character motivations are often unclear, leading to a lack of audience connection.

  • Despite some strong performances, the overall execution is lacking.

Google audience: Audience reception for El Silencio is largely unavailable. Those who have reviewed it generally express disappointment with the film's narrative structure and character development.

Fun Fact

The film was reportedly shot in just 20 days, contributing to some of the rushed feel noted by critics.

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