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Kuba attends an art opening with his girlfriend of two years and bumps into Mikal. The connection between these two young men is instantaneous and intoxicating, and despite opposition from all sides, he allows Mikal into his life. The results go beyond anything he could have imagined. This intimate and bold second feature from Polish director Tomasz Wasilewski captures the often-complicated consequences of finding love where others do not want it.
A man named Micke leads a solitary life, fixated on building a surreal, abstract skyscraper in his mind. He navigates mundane routines, his obsession a constant backdrop. The film explores themes of isolation, imagination, and the inner world of a man seemingly disconnected from reality.
Floating Skyscrapers received a mixed to positive reception, praised by some for its unique artistic vision and atmospheric quality, while others found it too abstract and slow-paced. It garnered attention on the festival circuit for its unconventional narrative and visual style.
Praised for its distinctive and personal artistic voice.
Criticized for its deliberate pacing and abstract narrative, which can alienate some viewers.
Appreciated for its dreamlike atmosphere and exploration of internal landscapes.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce due to limited mainstream distribution, but where available, viewers often comment on the film's unusual and thought-provoking nature, with some appreciating its artistic ambition and others finding it challenging to connect with.
Screened at various film festivals, including the International Film Festival Rotterdam.
Director Johannes Nyholm is known for his distinctive, often surreal, and visually experimental filmmaking style, which is prominently showcased in 'Floating Skyscrapers'.
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"Kuba" (Mateusz Banasiuk) is a young man living with his girlfriend "Sylwia" (Marta Nieradkiewicz) at his mum's house. Their existence is pretty claustrophobic, but for his swimming regimen, which introduces him to some of the extra-curricu...