Tigre
Tigre

Movie spotlight

Tigre

2017
Movie
92 min
Spanish

After a long period of absence, Rina returns to her island deep in the Tigre river Delta. There she spent a large part of her life and raised her son. Now she wants to recover her home and return there with Facundo, who also left the island. Both, mother and son, will learn that nothing is like it was. Machines on the river are about to destroy everything. A girl is lost in the forest. The water is rising.

Insights

IMDb6.1/10
Director: Silvina Schnicer, Ulises RosellGenres: Drama, Documentary

Plot Summary

In the Argentine countryside, the film follows a young boy named Juan who, along with his family, lives and works on a cattle ranch bordering theiberá wetlands. As Juan navigates his challenging childhood, he develops a fascination with the local wildlife, particularly the elusive jaguars, which are often seen as dangerous by the adults around him. The narrative explores themes of nature, tradition, and the complex relationship between humans and the wild.

Critical Reception

Tigre received a warm reception from critics, who lauded its atmospheric direction, naturalistic performances, and poignant exploration of childhood and the natural world. The film was praised for its subtle storytelling and its ability to capture the unique environment of the Argentine wetlands.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its lyrical and immersive portrayal of rural Argentine life.

  • Applauded for its sensitive depiction of a boy's connection with nature.

  • Noted for its beautiful cinematography capturing the essence of the wetlands.

Google audience: Audience reception for Tigre is not widely available through Google reviews. However, general audience reactions often highlight the film's quiet beauty and its thoughtful examination of human interaction with the natural environment.

Awards & Accolades

Selected for screening at various international film festivals, including the Berlinale (Generation 14plus section) in 2017.

Fun Fact

The film blurs the lines between fiction and documentary, featuring a non-professional cast and capturing real-life elements of the Schnicer family's experiences on their cattle ranch.

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