Callcenter
Callcenter

Movie spotlight

Callcenter

2019
Movie
92 min
Spanish

Dante and his colleagues work in a call centre on the night shift. On a work day like any other, due to a system error they are unable to receive calls but they must stay until the system is operational again. During this time they will get to know each other, their environment and themselves.

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IMDb5.6/10
Director: Mathieu DenisGenres: Drama, Horror

Plot Summary

A young woman named Sarah begins working at a call center, hoping to make ends meet. As she delves deeper into the isolating and repetitive nature of her job, she starts to experience disturbing psychological phenomena. The lines between reality and hallucination blur, and Sarah finds herself trapped in a nightmarish spiral influenced by the unsettling demands of her work and the overwhelming pressure to conform.

Critical Reception

Callcenter received mixed to positive reviews, with critics often highlighting its atmospheric tension and psychological depth. While some found its pacing slow, many praised its exploration of modern alienation and the dehumanizing effects of certain work environments. The performances, particularly from the lead, were frequently cited as a strong point.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unsettling atmosphere and exploration of psychological distress.

  • Some critics found the narrative to be too slow or deliberately obtuse.

  • The film effectively captures a sense of modern-day alienation and existential dread.

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Fun Fact

The film was shot primarily in a single, claustrophobic office space to enhance the sense of confinement and psychological pressure experienced by the characters.

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