On Xerxes' Throne

About This Movie

On Xerxes' Throne is this moody piece that immerses you in a shipyard world twisted by a ban on physical contact. The atmosphere is palpably tense, suffused with a sense of oppressive isolation that feels all too relevant. Workers engage in these bizarre simulations instead of real human interaction, and it leaves you with a haunting feeling. The pacing has a deliberate slowness, emphasizing the emotional weight of alienation and the desperate need for touch that’s been suppressed. The performances are gripping, embodying a struggle that feels raw and real, accentuated by practical effects that ground the abstract concepts in a tangible reality. It’s distinct in how it tackles themes of disconnection and desire in a stark, industrial setting.

Dystopian themes of isolationUnique take on workplace dynamicsStrong emphasis on physicality and touch