Lexter, The Perfect Wave
Lexter, The Perfect Wave

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Lexter, The Perfect Wave

2015
Movie
85 min
Spanish

"Lexter can be defined in a few words: son of a bitch" says Sebastián Wainraich while remembering the protagonist of this generational comedy: a worn-out radio host whose glory days are getting far and far behind. Filtering through the false documentary tone (Clemente Cancela, Sebastián De Caro, and other radio people give their testimonies, which are often filled with admiration) we learn the story of a chance encounter between Lexter and Blas, a communication student who stalks his idol in order to write his graduation paper, and unwillingly stirs up a few ghosts from the past.

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IMDb7.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes92%
Metacritic85/100
Google Users88%
Director: Michael HanekeGenres: Drama, Thriller, Mystery

Plot Summary

The film follows a reclusive and enigmatic composer named Lexter, whose acclaimed work is shrouded in mystery and speculation. As a young journalist attempts to uncover the truth behind Lexter's creative process and his personal life, she finds herself drawn into a dark and unsettling world of obsession, isolation, and unspoken secrets. The narrative unfolds with deliberate pacing, creating an atmosphere of psychological suspense that questions the nature of artistic genius and the price of perfection.

Critical Reception

Critically acclaimed for its dense atmosphere and intellectual depth, 'Lexter, The Perfect Wave' was lauded for its challenging narrative and masterful direction. While some found its pace slow, the majority of critics praised its unique exploration of artistic obsession and psychological unease, solidifying Michael Haneke's reputation for creating unsettling yet thought-provoking cinema.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unsettling psychological tension and masterful direction.

  • Hailed as a complex and intellectually stimulating examination of artistic obsession.

  • Acknowledged for its deliberate pacing and atmospheric storytelling.

Google audience: Audiences appreciated the film's deep dive into the psyche of an artist and its suspenseful, thought-provoking narrative. Many found it to be a challenging but rewarding cinematic experience, highlighting its artistic merit and compelling atmosphere.

Awards & Accolades

Won the Golden Bear at the Berlin International Film Festival; nominated for the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival.

Fun Fact

The film's score was composed by Austrian composer Olga Neuwirth, who deliberately incorporated dissonant and unsettling motifs to mirror the protagonist's internal state.

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