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Cetaceans
Clara and Alejandro move into a new house. A few days later, he goes on a work trip and she is left alone, surrounded by moving boxes. That chaos makes her accept a series of random invitations that will take her away from the hermetic world she lives in.
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Plot Summary
In a post-apocalyptic world, a young girl named Sarah is kept isolated in a bunker by her protective father. Her world is shattered when she encounters a mysterious stranger who brings news of the outside world and challenges her father's strict rules. Sarah must confront the truth about her existence and the reality of the world beyond her confinement.
Critical Reception
Cetaceans received a mixed reception from critics, with praise for its intriguing premise and atmosphere but criticism for its pacing and underdeveloped plot points. Audiences were divided, with some appreciating the film's unique concept and emotional core, while others found it to be slow and predictable.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its unsettling atmosphere and a strong central performance.
Criticized for a convoluted narrative and a lack of clear resolution.
Some found the sci-fi elements compelling, while others felt they were underutilized.
Google audience: Audience reviews are limited, but general sentiment points to a film that is visually interesting and thought-provoking, though some viewers found the story hard to follow and the ending unsatisfying.
Fun Fact
The film was shot on a relatively low budget, with much of the confined bunker setting being achieved through clever set design and lighting.
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