Neon Flesh
Neon Flesh

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Neon Flesh

2010
Movie
101 min
Spanish

Hoping to earn his mother's respect, a young hustler-turned-businessman tries to open a brothel with his two useless buddies.

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: Bigas LunaGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young, ambitious architect, Hugo, is haunted by his past and his domineering father. He finds solace and passion in his relationship with Elena, the daughter of his father's mistress. However, their forbidden love becomes entangled with dark family secrets and a looming sense of danger.

Critical Reception

Neon Flesh received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its visual style and the performances of its lead actors, particularly Eduardo Noriega. However, some found the plot to be predictable or overly melodramatic, and the film's exploration of dark themes was divisive.

What Reviewers Say

  • Visually striking with a brooding atmosphere.

  • Eduardo Noriega delivers a compelling performance.

  • The narrative sometimes struggles with its darker themes.

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Fun Fact

The film is an adaptation of the novel 'Carne de Neón' by Juan Marsé.

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