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Next Floor
During an opulent and luxurious banquet, complete with hordes of servers and valets, eleven pampered guests participate in what appears to be a ritualistic gastronomic carnage. In this absurd and grotesque universe, an unexpected sequence of events destabilizes the endless symphony of abundance.
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Plot Summary
A lavishly set dinner party turns into a descent into madness as guests discover their feast comes at a disturbing cost. As the opulent meal progresses, the attendees find themselves increasingly desperate and barbaric in their pursuit of more, leading to a horrifying climax. The film uses its contained setting to explore themes of gluttony and the dark side of human nature.
Critical Reception
Next Floor was highly praised for its visceral impact and masterful direction within a very short runtime. Critics lauded Denis Villeneuve's confident and unsettling vision, noting its ability to create intense atmosphere and psychological horror. The film's bold and disturbing imagery, coupled with its allegorical themes, earned it significant attention on the festival circuit.
What Reviewers Say
Visually striking and deeply unsettling.
A masterclass in creating tension and horror in a short format.
Thought-provoking allegory on human excess and desperation.
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Awards & Accolades
Won the International Critics' Award (FIPRESCI Prize) at the 2008 Toronto International Film Festival.
Fun Fact
Despite its short runtime, Denis Villeneuve's direction was so precise that the film was shot over just four days.
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