Incognito
Incognito

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Incognito

1937
Movie
100 min
Danish

The wealthy Olaf Brammer is the real owner of a nationwide company that trades in household goods. But he has no say, as the authoritative general manager Schram manages both the business and Olaf Brammer with a sure hand. The situation at work, defeat in love and a dead goldfish make Olaf Brammer depressed, and he decides to travel away from it all.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Luis BuñuelGenres: Drama, Crime

Plot Summary

A young woman finds herself entangled in a web of deceit and danger when she becomes involved with a criminal underworld. She navigates a treacherous path, trying to escape her circumstances while confronting the harsh realities of her situation. The film explores themes of morality, survival, and the consequences of one's choices in a world where appearances can be deceiving.

Critical Reception

Luis Buñuel's 'Incognito' is a lesser-known but significant early work that showcases his burgeoning surrealist and social critique tendencies. While not as widely acclaimed as some of his later masterpieces, it was recognized for its bold exploration of taboo subjects and its distinctive visual style. Audiences and critics at the time found it provocative and unsettling, with praise directed at Buñuel's unconventional narrative and his unflinching look at societal underbelly.

What Reviewers Say

  • Buñuel's early foray into crime drama is a compelling, if somewhat obscure, character study.

  • The film's atmospheric tension and Buñuel's signature visual flair are highlights.

  • A provocative exploration of societal decay and individual struggle.

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Fun Fact

Although directed by the renowned Luis Buñuel, 'Incognito' was produced in Mexico and is considered one of his more overlooked films, often overshadowed by his later, more overtly surrealist works like 'Un Chien Andalou' and 'The Exterminating Angel'.

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