Resuming this movie into one word, inspiring.
I am not a big fan of Portuguese movies although there are some exceptions, and therefore I thought this was just another one. When all the propaganda appeared, the main idea seemed quite intelligent. When I saw it, I was stunned.
The acting is consistent and the characters are well constructed, bearing in mind that the main characters only have like one third of the whole movie. I think everyone that watches the movie can identify themselves with one of the characters.
The photography is very well handled, and gives you scenes of cities, deserts, plane graveyards... Again, in one word breathtaking.
The soundtrack is pretty decent, and plays an important role, being a constant during the whole movie.
The supernatural events are not exaggerated, and although being important, I don't think they are a downfall in the movie, only a way of gathering the three stories.
The script is the best part of this film. Inspiring, transmitting hope and most important of all remembering you to live your life to the fullest.
Throughout the movie you tend to guess who is who and how are they related, but the final twist is mind blowing. He sacrificed his life for a stranger even without knowing, noble. Not a cliché finale, but one that keeps your mind revolving around the film even after the movie has finished for some hours.
Congratulations to the Portuguese director, you have achieved a lot, and made us feel proud.
The movie is well worth all the Euros I payed.
I am not a big fan of Portuguese movies although there are some exceptions, and therefore I thought this was just another one. When all the propaganda appeared, the main idea seemed quite intelligent. When I saw it, I was stunned.
The acting is consistent and the characters are well constructed, bearing in mind that the main characters only have like one third of the whole movie. I think everyone that watches the movie can identify themselves with one of the characters.
The photography is very well handled, and gives you scenes of cities, deserts, plane graveyards... Again, in one word breathtaking.
The soundtrack is pretty decent, and plays an important role, being a constant during the whole movie.
The supernatural events are not exaggerated, and although being important, I don't think they are a downfall in the movie, only a way of gathering the three stories.
The script is the best part of this film. Inspiring, transmitting hope and most important of all remembering you to live your life to the fullest.
Throughout the movie you tend to guess who is who and how are they related, but the final twist is mind blowing. He sacrificed his life for a stranger even without knowing, noble. Not a cliché finale, but one that keeps your mind revolving around the film even after the movie has finished for some hours.
Congratulations to the Portuguese director, you have achieved a lot, and made us feel proud.
The movie is well worth all the Euros I payed.