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Sweet Alibis
Chi-yi is a veteran cop, who values his own safety more than anything else and is therefore infamous for his cowardice and poor efficiency at work. Yi-ping, on the other hand, has just graduated from the police academy and is more than ready to prove herself regardless of any risks. Daughter of the head of the National Policy Agency, Yi-ping is secretly kept away from danger by being appointed to team up with Chi-yi. Starting from a seemingly pointless case of a puppy’s accidental death, the essentially incompatible pair unexpectedly dig up the clues to a series of mysterious deaths.
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Plot Summary
A reserved and meticulous insurance investigator, Professor Cantoni, is sent to a remote island in the South Pacific to investigate the disappearance of a famous alpine skier. As he delves deeper into the mystery, he encounters eccentric characters and begins to question his own rigid worldview. The investigation unravels into a surreal and philosophical journey that challenges his perceptions of reality and truth.
Critical Reception
Sweet Alibis received a mixed to positive reception from critics, with many praising Sorrentino's distinctive visual style and Toni Servillo's performance. However, some found the film's plot to be convoluted and its philosophical undertones less effective than in his previous works.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its striking cinematography and Sorrentino's unique directorial vision.
Toni Servillo delivers a compelling performance as the enigmatic investigator.
Some critics found the narrative to be overly abstract and less engaging than expected.
Google audience: Audience reception data for 'Sweet Alibis' on Google is not readily available.
Fun Fact
The film was shot in various locations across Italy and the Canary Islands, with the island sequences aiming for a surreal and dreamlike atmosphere.
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