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Yvan De Wiel, a private banker from Geneva, is going to Argentina in the midst of a dictatorship to replace his partner, the object of the most worrying rumors, who disappeared overnight. Between hushed lounges, swimming pools, and gardens under surveillance, a remote duel takes place between two bankers who, despite different methods, are the accomplices of a discreet and merciless form of colonization.
The film follows Yvana, a young woman who has recently married into a wealthy Swiss family and finds herself increasingly isolated and suspicious within her new life. As she navigates the opulent yet sterile environment, she begins to uncover unsettling secrets about her husband's powerful business dealings and the hidden costs of their privileged existence. Her attempts to understand her new reality lead her down a path of paranoia and self-discovery.
Azor received mixed to positive reviews from critics, with many praising its atmospheric tension and Marija Šerifović's central performance. Some found the narrative pacing slow and the themes somewhat opaque, while others appreciated its subtle exploration of wealth, power, and female agency. The film was noted for its understated suspense and visually striking cinematography.
Praised for its tense, unsettling atmosphere and strong lead performance.
Critiqued by some for a deliberate, slow-burn pace and ambiguous storytelling.
Appreciated for its visual style and subtle commentary on societal pressures.
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Screened at the Berlinale 2021 (Panorama), and won awards at various international film festivals including Best Actress for Marija Šerifović at the Sofia International Film Festival.
The film's title, 'Azor,' is also the name of a fictional Swiss pharmaceutical company that serves as a significant backdrop for the plot's hidden dealings.
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Sophisticated banker "De Wiel" (Fabrizio Rongione) heads from his base in Geneva to Buenos Aires to take over from his colleague who has mysteriously vanished. Now this story is set in the 1980s so his destination is still under the slightl...