The Copyist
The Copyist

Movie spotlight

The Copyist

2016
Movie
8 min
English

The office photocopier sees much more than we can imagine. In the darkness of the copy room anything can happen. The Copyist is the first narrative film ever made with a photocopier.

Insights

IMDb6.2/10
Director: Syd V Genres: Drama

Plot Summary

A young woman from a small village in Romania travels to London with aspirations of becoming an artist. She finds herself in a precarious situation, forced to make difficult choices to survive and pursue her dreams. The film explores themes of immigration, exploitation, and the pursuit of art against overwhelming odds.

Critical Reception

"The Copyist" garnered a mixed to positive reception, with critics often praising its atmospheric storytelling and lead performance, while some found its pacing to be slow. Audiences generally responded to its raw depiction of struggle and artistic ambition.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its poignant portrayal of a struggling immigrant artist.

  • Noted for its atmospheric cinematography and evocative depiction of London.

  • Criticized by some for a deliberate, slow pace that may not appeal to all viewers.

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Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in both Romania and London, aiming to capture the contrasting environments central to the protagonist's journey.

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