Animales
Animales

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Animales

2018
Movie
14 min
Spanish

Rosa is a widow and lives alone, but this holiday has left to live with her grandson, Santiago. But Santiago has become something terrifying, diabolical.

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IMDb5.8/10
Google Users65%
Director: Álex de la IglesiaGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A couple's mundane life takes a bizarre turn when they decide to start a pest control business, leading them down a path of increasingly strange and dangerous encounters. As their business grows, so do the absurd situations they find themselves in, testing their relationship and sanity. The film explores themes of ambition, desperation, and the lengths people will go to for success.

Critical Reception

Animales received mixed reviews from critics, with many praising its dark humor and original concept, while others found its plot to be uneven and its tone inconsistent. Audiences were similarly divided, appreciating its unique approach to everyday struggles and its often absurd comedic moments.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its quirky premise and dark comedic elements.

  • Some critics found the narrative to be underdeveloped and the humor to be hit-or-miss.

  • The performances of the main cast were generally well-received.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a general appreciation for the film's originality and its attempts at dark comedy, though some found the story lacked a strong direction. Many enjoyed the unique premise and the actors' performances.

Fun Fact

The film was originally intended to be a more straightforward drama but evolved into a black comedy during its development.

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