Extracts
Extracts is a short film with images from 1970 to 1972 in the cities of Rio de Janeiro, Salvador, London, Marrakech, Rabat and the Sahara Desert region. The images were filmed by Helena Ignez and Rogério Sganzerla in exile, in the "leaden years" of the military dictatorship.
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Plot Summary
In a world where human emotions are extracted and bottled, a woman who extracts emotions for a living finds herself unable to extract her own. She grapples with the artificiality of her existence and the longing for genuine feeling. The film explores themes of emotional suppression and the human need for authentic connection. It culminates in a poignant reflection on what it truly means to feel.
Critical Reception
Extracts was noted for its thought-provoking premise and unique visual style, resonating with audiences interested in speculative fiction and philosophical themes. Critics lauded its exploration of emotion in a technologically advanced society. While its short runtime left some wishing for deeper character development, its impactful narrative and strong performances were widely praised.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its original and compelling concept of emotion extraction.
- Applauded for its atmospheric direction and evocative cinematography.
- Some found the narrative a bit too condensed for full emotional impact.
Google audience: Audience reception data for 'Extracts (2019)' is not widely available through standard Google review aggregators, making it difficult to summarize specific user sentiments.
Fun Fact
The unique aesthetic of the 'emotion extraction' process was achieved through a combination of practical effects and subtle CGI, aiming for a tangible yet otherworldly feel.
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