Buen provecho
Buen provecho

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Buen provecho

2008
Movie
8 min
Spanish

An impulsive and arrogant man has to share his lunch with an unknown woman. A story of prejudice and discrimination.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Luis Alberto RestrepoGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A dark comedy that follows a successful but deeply unhappy advertising executive whose life takes a bizarre turn after a mysterious man offers him a miraculous diet pill. The pill promises to cure his emotional eating and cure his general malaise. However, the side effects are far from what he expected, leading him down a path of unexpected self-discovery and chaos.

Critical Reception

Buen provecho was met with generally positive reviews, praised for its dark humor, unconventional storytelling, and strong performances, particularly from its lead actors. While some found its allegorical elements a bit heavy-handed, the film was largely seen as a sharp and entertaining satire on consumerism and the search for happiness.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its biting satire and dark humor.

  • Lauded for its strong performances, especially the lead.

  • Some critics noted a heavy-handed allegorical approach.

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Fun Fact

The film's director, Luis Alberto Restrepo, is also known for his work in television and theater in Colombia, often exploring social and psychological themes in his projects.

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