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La Carnada
Maria earns her living fishing in a northern Peruvian village, working alongside her husband. But when her husband is called away to work on larger industrial fishing boat, Maria, who is pregnant, finds ways to act out her anger.
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Plot Summary
In a bleak Argentinian landscape, a desperate young man becomes entangled in a dangerous criminal underworld after a botched robbery. Pursued by both the law and ruthless criminals, he must navigate a treacherous path to survival. His choices lead him down a dark road, forcing him to confront his own morality and the brutal reality of his situation.
Critical Reception
La Carnada was a critically acclaimed debut for director Damian Szifron, praised for its gritty realism and tense atmosphere. While not a massive commercial success, it established Szifron as a significant new voice in Argentinian cinema. Critics lauded its unflinching portrayal of crime and desperation.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its raw and intense depiction of crime.
The film's atmosphere is effectively dark and suspenseful.
Szifron's direction shows promise with this gripping thriller.
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Fun Fact
La Carnada was the first feature film directed by Damian Szifron, who would later gain international recognition for 'Wild Tales' (Relatos salvajes).
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