Objetos Perdidos
Objetos Perdidos is a comedy show broadcast by Canal de las Estrellas. It started airing on March 20, 2007 and is aired on Tuesday nights. The format is made up of short sketches about the hidden stories behind the lost objects found at a warehouse. It is written in a very Mexican black comedy tone and has a running time of 30 minutes. Despite the funny stories and the good performances, rumours have circulated since the very beginning of the show about the eventual cancellation due to low ratings. Despite these rumors, however, Objectos perdidos has also aired on Univision in the United States, among other countries.
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Plot Summary
Mario, a meticulous and solitary museum curator, dedicates his life to cataloging and preserving inanimate objects. His ordered world is disrupted when a new exhibit requires him to interact with people and confront the emotional weight of memories and unfinished business. As he grapples with the nature of value and possession, Mario begins a journey of self-discovery that blurs the lines between his curated existence and the messy reality of human connection.
Critical Reception
Objetos Perdidos received positive reviews from critics, who praised its thoughtful exploration of themes like memory, value, and human connection, as well as its understated performances and unique premise. Audience reception was generally favorable, appreciating its quiet contemplation and artistic direction.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its intelligent script and unique premise.
- Lauded for Luis Machín's nuanced performance as the obsessive curator.
- Noted for its subtle humor and poignant exploration of human relationships with objects.
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Awards & Accolades
Nominated for Best Actor (Luis Machín) at the Argentine Film Critics Association Awards (2008).
Fun Fact
The film was written and directed by Andrés Duprat, who would later gain international recognition for co-writing and directing the Oscar-nominated film 'The Distinguished Citizen' (2016).
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