Pulsar

A psychological thriller, Pulsar delves into the life of a successful radio astronomer, Lidia, whose professional and personal lives begin to unravel. Haunted by a past trauma and struggling with an increasingly unstable mental state, she becomes obsessed with a mysterious signal from deep space. As her grip on reality loosens, her relationships with her colleagues and her own sense of self are put to the ultimate test.

Pulsar received a mixed to positive reception from critics, with many praising its atmospheric tension and the lead performance by Vicky Peña. However, some found the pacing uneven and the narrative somewhat elusive, leading to a polarized but generally thoughtful critical response.

• Praised for its unsettling atmosphere and strong central performance.

• Criticized by some for its deliberate pacing and ambiguous storytelling.

• Noted for its exploration of psychological fragility within a sci-fi context.

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The film's exploration of cosmic signals and a protagonist's descent into obsession has drawn comparisons to themes found in Andrei Tarkovsky's 'Solaris'.