Movie spotlight
Take Five
Carmine, a sewer worker for the city of Naples, finds himself working in the vault of the Bank of Naples one morning, and he gets the idea to pull off a robbery using the sewer system. To pull off the heist, he enlists the help of Gaetano, a former robber with several years in prison; the depressed Peppe "'o' Sciomen," a legend of the Spanish Quarter and also a former prisoner for robbery; the boxer Ruocco, a former professional who ended up fighting in clandestine matches; and Striano, a photographer and robber. After completing the robbery, however, Gaetano disappears without a trace with the million-dollar loot, leaving his accomplices locked in their lair, hoping to see him reappear. As time passes, strong tensions build between the four, bringing out old misunderstandings and fracturing alliances, until a new threat looms on the horizon: the powerful boss Jannone demands a share of the loot they don't yet have.
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Plot Summary
A stylish, surreal short film, 'Take Five' explores themes of desire, obsession, and the elusive nature of connection. The narrative follows a character navigating abstract desires and interactions, punctuated by striking visuals and a dreamlike atmosphere. It delves into the psychological space of longing and the fragmented realities that can arise from intense fixation.
Critical Reception
As a short film commissioned for Dior Homme, 'Take Five' was primarily viewed as an artistic advertisement rather than a traditional narrative work. Critical reception focused on its visual style, direction, and the performance of its lead, Robert Pattinson. It garnered attention for its cinematic quality and its avant-garde approach to commercial filmmaking.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its striking visual aesthetic and atmospheric direction by Gus Van Sant.
Robert Pattinson's performance was noted for its intensity and subtle portrayal of desire.
Recognized as a high-concept art piece rather than a conventional film.
Google audience: Audience reception for 'Take Five' is largely tied to its status as a promotional short. Viewers often commented on the artistic merit and the collaboration between Gus Van Sant and Robert Pattinson, appreciating it as a visually impressive piece of work.
Fun Fact
The short film was created as part of a campaign for Dior Homme fragrance and was released online in 2013, not in traditional theatrical or festival circuits.
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