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Plot Summary
A deaf teenager enters a specialized boarding school for the deaf, where he gets drawn into a violent criminal organization that runs the school. To prove himself, he undertakes a series of dangerous robberies.
Critical Reception
The Tribe received widespread critical acclaim, particularly for its daring artistic choices and unflinching portrayal of a brutal, unforgiving world. Critics lauded its unique use of sign language dialogue without subtitles and its raw, immersive storytelling. It was praised as a powerful and unforgettable cinematic experience.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its groundbreaking use of sign language and lack of subtitles, creating an immersive and unique viewing experience.
- Lauded for its raw, unflinching depiction of a criminal underworld and its compelling, disturbing narrative.
- Acclaimed for its masterful direction and powerful performances from its non-professional cast.
Google audience: Audiences were deeply impressed by the film's originality and bold storytelling, with many highlighting the powerful performances and the film's ability to convey emotion and plot effectively through sign language alone. Some found the violence and themes challenging, but the overall sentiment was one of admiration for its artistic integrity.
Awards & Accolades
won the Nespresso Grand Prize and the FIPRESCI Prize at the 2014 Cannes Film Festival's International Critics' Week, and the Audience Award at the 2014 Toronto International Film Festival.
Fun Fact
The entire film is acted out in Ukrainian sign language, and no subtitles are provided, forcing viewers to rely on visual cues and context to understand the dialogue.
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