Soy No Soy
Soy No Soy

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Soy No Soy

2019
Movie
19 min
Danish

On the first day at his new school, Mathias is given the worst possible homework: write an essay about yourself. The timid Mathias struggles to find the words. A minor identity crisis was not his idea of a good start. However, the essay is quickly put on hold, as he discovers that the deaf girl from school is spying on him.

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IMDb5.5/10
Director: Nacho RuiperezGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

Following a traumatic event, a woman named Andrea struggles to regain her memory and identity. She finds herself in a remote psychiatric hospital where the staff, particularly a therapist named Dr. Morales, seem to have their own agenda. As Andrea pieces together fragmented memories, she begins to question reality and the true nature of her confinement, suspecting that her past might be more sinister than she initially believed.

Critical Reception

"I Am Not" received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its atmosphere and lead performance, while some found its plot somewhat predictable. The film was noted for its exploration of psychological themes and its suspenseful narrative, though its pacing and resolution were points of contention for some.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its tense atmosphere and psychological depth.

  • Ruth Díaz delivers a compelling performance as the central character.

  • Some found the plot to be convoluted or not entirely original.

Google audience: Audience reception data for 'Soy No Soy' (I Am Not) on Google is limited, making it difficult to provide a specific summary of user sentiment regarding liked or disliked aspects.

Fun Fact

The film's ambiguous title, "Soy No Soy" (I Am Not), directly reflects the protagonist's struggle with her own identity and the uncertainty surrounding her past.

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