Cloro
Cloro

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Cloro

2014
Movie
18 min
Portuguese

Under the blinding sun Clara struggles to see her family and the reality that surrounds her.

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IMDb5.6/10
Director: Lamberto SanfeliceGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

A young woman, Giorgia, lives a solitary existence in a remote, decaying villa with her father and his new partner. Her world is confined to the overgrown garden and the empty rooms, mirroring her internal isolation. As she navigates her complex family dynamics and suppressed desires, she finds solace and escape in the dilapidated swimming pool.

Critical Reception

Cloro received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its atmospheric visuals and Lamberto Sanfelice's directorial style. However, some found the narrative slow and ambiguous, making it a film that divided audiences.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its striking visual composition and melancholic atmosphere.

  • Criticized by some for its deliberate pacing and lack of a clear narrative arc.

  • Seen as an artistic exploration of isolation, desire, and familial tension.

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Fun Fact

Director Lamberto Sanfelice reportedly drew inspiration from his own childhood experiences and memories of decaying Italian villas for the film's setting.

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