Monday, 29 January 2024

Society of the Snow (2023) - 144 min

Countries: Spain
Director: J. A. Bayona
Cast: Enzo Vogrincic, Matías Recalt, Agustín Pardella.
Immersed in the historical tragedy of the Uruguayan 1972 Andes flight disaster, this survival film thrusts its characters into an unforgiving, inaccessible environment. The narrative unfolds against a backdrop of desperation, where every decision becomes pivotal for survival.
The characters, trapped in one of the planet's most hostile landscapes, are forced into a morally haunting choice – resorting to cannibalism to endure. While the film effectively captures the harsh reality of survival, some moments feel typical and could have been streamlined for a more focused narrative.
Nonetheless, it skillfully depicts the intricate web of decisions individuals face in dire circumstances, making it a gripping exploration of human resilience and the extremes one may go to stay alive in the most challenging conditions.
Verdict: Good

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