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Permeation
A dark and gritty film by Arius Blaze. Daemon (Jeffrey Arrington) finds himself in limbo in an old decaying apartment building.The only way out is through an obsession with the written word and a dark muse named Teles (Stephanie Leet). As he falls deeper and opens new doors he finds himself lost in his own story; a labyrinth of illusions and history which forever devours a part of him. The written word climbs into his pores and consumes his body, leaving only a shell of a man who's story in undeveloped. Only Alexa (Alysse Fozmark) really knows what's on the missing pages of his work and can lead him to the last door he ever needs to open.
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Plot Summary
In a near future where society is governed by an invasive technological system that monitors every aspect of human life, a woman begins to question the reality she has always known. As she delves deeper into the system's origins, she uncovers a conspiracy that threatens not only her own existence but the very fabric of humanity. She must find a way to break free from the digital control before she is permanently erased.
Critical Reception
Permeation received mixed to negative reviews, with critics often citing its ambitious premise but flawed execution. While some appreciated the attempts at social commentary and the performances of its lead actors, many found the plot convoluted and the pacing uneven. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some viewers connecting with the dystopian themes and others finding the film overly bleak and underdeveloped.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its thought-provoking dystopian concept.
Criticized for a convoluted and difficult-to-follow narrative.
Performances, particularly from Danielle Harris, were noted as a highlight.
Google audience: Audience reviews for Permeation are scarce and largely negative, with many viewers finding the film's plot confusing and its themes not fully realized. Some appreciated the attempt at a complex sci-fi narrative but felt it ultimately fell short in its delivery.
Fun Fact
The film explores themes of surveillance and loss of individuality, reflecting growing societal concerns about technology's pervasive influence.
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