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Burning Out
Burning Out is literally a drama about life and death. For two years, the Belgian director Jérôme le Maire followed the members of a surgical unit in one of the biggest hospitals in Paris. Constantly under severe stress, understaffed and subject to severe budget cuts, employees fight each other for resources. Meanwhile the management imposes ever more stringent efficiency and profitability targets. All over Europe burnout has reached epidemic proportions among employees in the public and private sectors. Will we end up killing ourselves? Or will we be able to find meaning and joy at work?
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Plot Summary
A young film student named Oat decides to take a break from his studies to work at a photography studio. While there, he becomes infatuated with a beautiful and mysterious woman who frequently visits the studio. As Oat delves deeper into her world, he uncovers hidden truths about her past and his own desires.
Critical Reception
Burning Out received mixed to positive reviews from critics, who praised its visual style and emotional depth, though some found its pacing to be slow.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its aesthetic and nuanced portrayal of longing.
Criticized for its deliberate pace and ambiguous narrative.
Appreciated for its exploration of unspoken emotions and visual storytelling.
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Awards & Accolades
Nominated for Best Actor at the Thailand National Film Association Awards for Sutatt Udomsilp.
Fun Fact
The film's director, Nawapol Thamrongrattanarit, is known for his distinct visual style and often incorporates elements of everyday life into his narratives.
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