Plot: Two men are locked up in a cell in South America. One is a political prisoner, while the other (Luis) has seduced a minor. They are two very different people, but as they're forced to spend time together they grow closer. To pass the time, Luis recounts the plot of a film he recently watched.
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September 12, 2024
There are some interesting scenes here, but the core was a little disappointing. The first part in particular is terribly slow, with a mediocre performance by Hurt, who fails to make something interesting of his character. I was hoping for something with a bit more flair and spirit.
The second half is better, but not enough to save the film. The drama remains a bit flakey and it's only the dream sequences that up the quality. The runtime doesn't help, but a different lead actor could've made a big difference. It's not the worst film that was ever nominated for an Academy Award, but the potential was there to do a lot better.