Los Oceana
Los Oceana

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Los Oceana

2017
Movie
35 min
English

A get rich quick job with the mafia turns ugly for three guys after they get set up.

Insights

IMDb7.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes65%
Metacritic58/100
Google Users75%
Director: Juan Antonio BayonaGenres: Drama, Adventure, Family

Plot Summary

In the year 2047, a young boy named Lucas lives in a floating city after the Earth's surface has been submerged by rising oceans. He discovers a mysterious message in a bottle, leading him on an adventure to find a legendary island said to be untouched by the floods. Along the way, he encounters a wise old sailor and a determined scientist who join his quest.

Critical Reception

Los Oceana received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its stunning visuals and ambitious environmental message. However, some found the plot predictable and the pacing uneven. Audiences generally responded well to its hopeful tone and the performances of its lead actors.

What Reviewers Say

  • Visually spectacular, offering a hopeful vision of the future despite environmental disaster.

  • A heartwarming adventure with strong performances, though occasionally hampered by a formulaic narrative.

  • The film's environmental themes resonate, but its execution lacks a certain dramatic depth.

Google audience: Google users largely appreciated the film's optimistic outlook and beautiful cinematography. Many found the story engaging and moving, though some wished for more character development and a less conventional plot progression.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Visual Effects at the Academy Awards.

Fun Fact

The elaborate floating city set for 'Los Oceana' was constructed as a practical, full-scale set in a massive water tank, rather than relying solely on CGI.

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