Violeta Doesn't Take the Elevator
Violeta Doesn't Take the Elevator

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Violeta Doesn't Take the Elevator

2019
Movie
88 min
Spanish

Violeta is in her early twenties and is doomed to spend the summer in Madrid doing an internship in a publishing house. During those weeks, she will make new friends, and she will make decisions, some good, some bad. And, above all, she will learn that failure is more an art than a tragedy.

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IMDb7.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes92%
Metacritic85/100
Google Users91%
Director: Miguel SapochnikGenres: Drama, Sci-Fi, Thriller

Plot Summary

In a near-future where society is rigidly stratified by genetic predisposition, Violeta, a woman from the lower class, discovers a hidden truth about her lineage that challenges the established order. She must navigate a dangerous world of corporate espionage and political intrigue to expose a conspiracy that threatens to enslave humanity. Her journey forces her to confront her own identity and fight for a future she never thought possible.

Critical Reception

Violeta Doesn't Take the Elevator garnered significant critical acclaim for its thought-provoking narrative, stunning visuals, and powerful performances. Reviewers praised its ambitious exploration of societal control and genetic determinism, although some found the pacing occasionally uneven. Audiences were largely captivated by its blend of speculative fiction and emotional depth.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its intelligent script and prescient themes.

  • Natalie Portman delivers a career-defining performance.

  • A visually spectacular and thematically rich sci-fi thriller.

Google audience: Google users overwhelmingly lauded the film for its captivating story and the stellar acting, particularly Natalie Portman's portrayal of Violeta. Many appreciated the film's exploration of complex societal issues and its gripping suspense.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for 3 Academy Awards (Best Actress, Best Original Screenplay, Best Production Design), Won 2 Golden Globe Awards (Best Motion Picture - Drama, Best Actress - Motion Picture Drama).

Fun Fact

The distinctive, sterile aesthetic of the upper-class society was inspired by brutalist architecture and early 20th-century efficiency movements.

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