Porcupine

About This Movie

So, 'Porcupine' has this really haunting vibe, right? Trương Minh Quý's direction captures a certain desolation in that abandoned Brussels hospital. The pacing's slow, but it draws you in, making you sit with the characters' solitude and desperation. You've got this juxtaposition – a young streamer, vulnerable yet bold, lays bare her life for an audience while an old woman drowns her regrets in drink. It’s like a commentary on connection in isolation. The practical effects are minimal, but the atmosphere is thick with the ghosts of past lives. The performances? Raw and unfiltered. Really makes you feel the weight of their existence. It stands out for its stark portrayal of human struggles amidst decay.

Atmospheric setting enhances character depthExplores themes of isolation and vulnerabilityPacing allows for reflective viewing