Permit

About This Movie

Permit unfolds in a heavy, atmospheric way, weaving themes of complicity and exploitation through the lens of a young Colombian man. The pacing is deliberate, allowing the weight of each character’s choices to settle in. It’s gritty, capturing the stark realities of forced labor and the moral dilemmas that arise from survival in a system designed to trap. The performances are raw, with an emotional honesty that resonates, particularly when the tragic workplace accident shatters the fragile facade. There’s an uneasy tension throughout, complemented by practical effects that lend a sense of realism to the harrowing situations. What stands out is its commitment to showcasing the human cost behind economic desperation, which is both haunting and thought-provoking.

Themes of exploitation and complicityRaw performances enhance emotional impactRealistic portrayal of forced labor conditions