The Incident
The Incident

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The Incident

2014
Movie
102 min
Spanish

Two parallel stories about people trapped in illogical endless spaces: two brothers and a detective locked on an infinite staircase, and a family locked on an infinite road... for over 35 years.

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: Joe PenhallGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A married couple, working as accountants, get caught in a series of increasingly bizarre and dangerous events after a chance encounter. Their ordinary lives spiral into chaos as they try to understand and escape the escalating threats that surround them. The film explores themes of paranoia and the fragility of normalcy.

Critical Reception

The Incident received a mixed to positive reception, with critics generally praising its suspenseful atmosphere and strong performances, though some found the plot convoluted. Audiences were divided, with some appreciating the dark, psychological thriller elements while others were less convinced by the narrative's trajectory.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its tense atmosphere and unsettling mood.

  • The performances of the lead actors were often highlighted as a strong point.

  • Some reviewers found the plot's progression and resolution to be somewhat unsatisfying or overly ambiguous.

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Fun Fact

The film was originally conceived as a play by Joe Penhall before being adapted into a screenplay.

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