The beginning of the film poses a juxtaposition between Marta’s home life and her adventurous inclinations. As Juan discusses equipment insurance and the dangers of the trip, the lighting is cold and claustrophobic. Yet in the next moment, we are plunged into vast open space, flooded with light. Martha clearly has a passion and it exudes from the performance of Tania Watson. As danger and the unknown begin to prickle both Marta and Juan, their adrenaline transcends the screen and into the audience.
Locked in for their own safety, Marta and Juan begin exploring. Deen builds tension from this point; brick by brick. The excellent choice of location assists with this immensely as the abandoned building feels almost like another character. But as Marta pursues her own intrigue, she loses sight of what matters most. Every character receives some kind of development within the plot, which is remarkable for a film of this length. They are engaging and compelling, with Watson and Mateo’s relationship stealing the show.
The cinematography of the film is truly lovely. It achieves the feel of a much bigger budget film while also feeling unique. The film also features some excellent special effects make up.
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