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Norberto's Deadline
After being fired from his job, Norberto tries his luck as a real estate agent, but he doesn't tell his wife right away. His new boss advises him to take an assertiveness course to overcome his shyness, and Norberto starts taking classes in an acting workshop for beginners. While he works toward the quarterly festival, Norberto fails to get his wife and clients to believe anything he says, but he finds out he is very good at lying to himself.
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Plot Summary
A struggling writer, Norberto, finds himself in a desperate situation as his rent is overdue and his career is stagnant. He becomes entangled with a mysterious woman who offers him a lucrative, albeit morally ambiguous, opportunity. As Norberto delves deeper into this new path, he discovers a dangerous secret that puts his life and the lives of those around him at risk. He must confront his choices and fight for survival in a world of deception and peril.
Critical Reception
Norberto's Deadline received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with some acknowledging its ambition but criticizing its execution. Audiences were similarly divided, with praise for the suspenseful elements but criticism for plot inconsistencies and character development.
What Reviewers Say
The film attempts a noir-esque thriller but struggles with pacing and coherence.
Performances are noted as a strong point, particularly the lead actor.
The plot is often convoluted, leading to a unsatisfying conclusion for some viewers.
Google audience: Audience reviews for Norberto's Deadline are scarce. Where available, viewers found the film to be a decent attempt at a thriller with some tense moments, but many felt it fell short due to a confusing narrative and a lack of resolution.
Fun Fact
Director Daniel P. Stark also served as the screenwriter and editor for Norberto's Deadline, indicating a highly personal vision for the project.
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