Movie spotlight
Construction
A group of four friends come together to write a screenplay about four screenwriters writing a screenplay (and so on) during the Military Dictatorship in Brazil. During the meeting, they exchange experiences and opinions on art as a form of resistance, for "Construção" is a metalinguistic ode to cinema.
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Plot Summary
A guilt-ridden architect, struggling with the aftermath of a personal tragedy, takes on a challenging project involving the demolition of a former family home. As he delves deeper into the site's history, repressed memories resurface, blurring the lines between reality and hallucination. The investigation into the past uncovers dark secrets that threaten his sanity and his future.
Critical Reception
Construction has been met with mixed to positive reviews, with particular praise for its atmospheric tension and Jack Lowden's performance. Some critics found the pacing to be slow, but generally, it's seen as a compelling psychological thriller.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its suspenseful atmosphere and strong lead performance.
Some reviewers noted a deliberate, slow-burn pacing.
The film effectively explores themes of guilt, memory, and trauma.
Google audience: Audience reception information is not widely available for this title.
Fun Fact
The film's original title was 'The Tenant' before being changed to 'Construction'.
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