The Giant Slalom
The Giant Slalom

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The Giant Slalom

1990
Movie
32 min
Japanese

A short film based on a synopsis of Straub-Huillet's "Class Relations" that director Kunitoshi Manda made before seeing the film.

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IMDb5.4/10
Director: Luciano TovoliGenres: Drama, Sport

Plot Summary

A young Italian skier, struggling with the pressures of elite competition, finds herself entangled in a web of ambition and betrayal during a major international event. As she navigates the treacherous slopes and the even more treacherous politics of the sport, she must confront her own fears and desires to achieve her dreams.

Critical Reception

The film received a mixed to negative reception upon its release, primarily criticized for its convoluted plot and underdeveloped characters. While some acknowledged the visual appeal of the skiing sequences, the overall narrative failed to resonate with critics or audiences.

What Reviewers Say

  • Weak storytelling and character development detract from the visual spectacle.

  • The film struggles to balance its dramatic ambitions with its sports narrative.

  • Lacks the emotional depth and compelling plot needed to engage viewers.

Google audience: Audience reception is largely unavailable or unrecorded, suggesting limited widespread viewership or discussion.

Fun Fact

Despite being set during a skiing competition, 'The Giant Slalom' reportedly faced significant challenges during its production, with some reports suggesting difficulties in capturing the dynamic nature of the sport cinematically.

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