The Triumph of Sodom
The Triumph of Sodom

The Triumph of Sodom

2020Movie82 minSpanish

Throughout one night, a poet recalls his relationship with a revolutionary pornoterrorist commando, which proposes the annihilation of patriarchal anarcho-capitalism.

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IMDb5.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes32%
Metacritic45/100
Google Users55%
Director: Bartholomew QuillGenres: Drama, Historical Fiction, Religious

Plot Summary

Set in the ancient Near East, "The Triumph of Sodom" explores the moral and spiritual struggles of a small community facing divine judgment. As a powerful prophet warns of impending destruction, the inhabitants grapple with their faith, their desires, and the very definition of sin. The film chronicles their desperate attempts to find redemption or succumb to the chaos.

Critical Reception

The film received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many praising its ambitious scope and visual design but criticizing its heavy-handed moralizing and underdeveloped characters. Audiences were similarly divided, with some finding the subject matter thought-provoking and others deeming it anachronistic and didactic.

What Reviewers Say

  • Visually striking but thematically heavy-handed.
  • A biblical epic that fails to resonate with modern sensibilities.
  • Competent performances unable to salvage a ponderous script.

Google audience: Google users found the film's visual presentation impressive, but many felt the narrative was preachy and lacked emotional depth. Some appreciated the attempt to tackle complex moral themes, while others criticized its perceived lack of historical accuracy and contemporary relevance.

Fun Fact

The elaborate set design for the city of Sodom was built on a remote desert location and required over 500 construction workers to complete within a six-month period.

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