Bardo

A Mexican journalist and documentary filmmaker, returning to his homeland after a successful international career, confronts his own mortality, his memories, and the absurdity of his life. Through a surreal and dreamlike narrative, he grapples with his identity, his relationships, and his country's complex history.

Bardo received mixed to positive reviews from critics. While many praised Alejandro G. Iñárritu's ambitious vision, stunning visuals, and Daniel Giménez Cacho's performance, some found the film overly long, self-indulgent, and lacking in clear narrative focus. Audiences were similarly divided.

• Visually stunning and deeply personal, but can feel meandering.

• A bold and ambitious work that divides opinion.

• Praised for its performances and cinematic artistry, yet criticized for its length and introspection.

Google audience: Google users largely appreciated the film's artistic ambition and striking cinematography, with many finding the exploration of identity and Mexican culture compelling. However, a significant portion found the film's surreal and lengthy nature to be challenging and less engaging.

Nominated for the Golden Globe Award for Best Motion Picture – Foreign Language. Nominated for 12 Ariel Awards, winning for Best Cinematography and Best Art Direction.

The film's extensive use of dream sequences and surreal imagery was a deliberate choice by director Alejandro G. Iñárritu to reflect the protagonist's internal state and his complex relationship with memory and reality.