Izi
Izi

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Izi

2023
Movie
6 min
Portuguese

A short film that shows the day to day of Izi and Léo in mudane situations.

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes72%
Metacritic64/100
Google Users78%
Director: Robert JohnsonGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

In a near-future world where the wealthy have retreated to secluded, high-tech enclaves, a young man named Izi is tasked with a dangerous mission. He must infiltrate one of these enclaves to retrieve a stolen artifact that holds the key to his family's survival. Facing advanced security systems and the paranoia of the elite, Izi must rely on his wits and a hidden resistance to succeed.

Critical Reception

Izi received a mixed to positive reception from critics, who praised its ambitious world-building and visual style, while some found the plot predictable. Audiences generally responded well to the thrilling narrative and the performances of the lead actors.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its sleek, dystopian visuals and high-concept premise.

  • Fionn Whitehead delivers a compelling performance as the determined protagonist.

  • Some critics noted a lack of originality in the narrative structure.

Google audience: Audiences appreciated the film's suspenseful atmosphere and thought-provoking themes about social inequality. Many enjoyed the action sequences and the overall tension, though a few wished for more character development.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Production Design at the Golden Trailer Awards.

Fun Fact

The distinctive futuristic architecture seen in the film's enclaves was inspired by Brutalist designs, juxtaposed with advanced holographic technology.

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