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Vis-à-vis
Director is working on a new film. He invites the main actor to the remote island of Vis so they can work on the script. Due to isolation they face on the island during the winter period, the two of them are unexpectedly faced with their own frustrations, which are constantly intertwined with the films plot in a strange way.
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Plot Summary
A young woman seeking to escape her past takes a job as a mannequin in a department store, only to become entangled in a dangerous obsession. As she becomes increasingly isolated and stalked, her reality begins to blur with her deepest fears. The film explores themes of identity, voyeurism, and the psychological impact of intense scrutiny.
Critical Reception
Vis-à-vis received mixed to positive reviews, with critics often praising its atmospheric tension and lead performances, particularly Clara Lago's. Some found the plot to be somewhat predictable, but generally, it was seen as a compelling psychological thriller with a stylish visual presentation.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its suspenseful atmosphere and strong lead performance.
The film effectively uses its visual style to create unease.
Some critics noted a slightly conventional plot progression.
Google audience: Audience reception is not widely documented on Google Reviews for this film.
Fun Fact
The film's director, Eduardo Chapero-Jackson, also directed the acclaimed short film 'Contracuerpo' (2009), which shares thematic and stylistic similarities with 'Vis-à-vis'.
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