Local God
Local God

Movie spotlight

Local God

2014
Movie
90 min
Spanish

After living through some tragic events, a rock band composed of twenty-year-olds immerse itself in a conceptual project that winds-up becoming a three track album that deals largely with their guilts, fears and traumas.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Nacho VigalondoGenres: Short, Horror, Sci-Fi

Plot Summary

A man claims to be God and, to prove it, performs a miracle. However, he is not the God everyone expected, leading to a bizarre and unexpected interaction.

Critical Reception

As a very short film, "Local God" did not receive widespread critical reviews. It is primarily known within circles that follow short films and the work of its director, Nacho Vigalondo, often being praised for its concise storytelling and dark humor.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its inventive premise and efficient use of runtime.

  • Seen as a darkly humorous and thought-provoking take on faith.

  • Vigalondo's characteristic quirky and unsettling style is evident.

Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for this specific short film is not readily available.

Awards & Accolades

None notable for this short film.

Fun Fact

Director Nacho Vigalondo is known for his distinctive blend of science fiction, horror, and dark comedy, often exploring unconventional concepts in his work, such as in his feature films 'Timecrimes' and 'Colossal'.

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