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O Poço
After being summoned by the city hall to drain a well, engineer Lucas is awaiting the birth of his son on the same day, despite his past and present being a figure of local legend. An enigmatic woman named Isabel confronts her ideals, emotions and fears expressed in that moment of debate.
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Plot Summary
In a vertical prison where inmates are housed in cells stacked on top of each other, a massive platform laden with food descends daily. Those on the upper levels feast, while those below are left with scraps or nothing at all. Goreng, a new inmate, must navigate this brutal system, confronting desperation, self-preservation, and the moral implications of humanity's inherent greed.
Critical Reception
The Platform received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its originality, social commentary, and dark, visceral tone. While some found its allegorical nature heavy-handed, many lauded its effective use of a confined setting to explore themes of class struggle, consumerism, and human nature.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its unique and disturbing concept.
Hailed as a thought-provoking allegory for societal inequality.
Noted for its intense atmosphere and unsettling visuals.
Google audience: Audiences largely appreciated the film's inventive premise and its powerful social commentary on greed and resource distribution. Many found it to be a disturbing yet compelling watch that sparks important conversations.
Awards & Accolades
Won Best Film at the Sitges Film Festival and the Audience Award at the Toronto International Film Festival.
Fun Fact
The distinctive set design of the prison was inspired by the Dante's Inferno, with each level representing a different circle of hell.
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