Soma

About This Movie

Soma is this unique animation that really plays with the idea of existence. It's set in this bizarre, almost post-apocalyptic world filled with trash—there's a gritty charm to its visuals. The narrative follows a butcher and a taxidermist, which sounds odd, but it creates this darkly whimsical atmosphere. The butcher introduces drugs to the taxidermist under the pretense of curing his ailments, and it spirals into a deeper commentary on dependence and reality. The pacing is unconventional, and the practical effects are surprisingly engaging for an animated feature. The performances, though not conventional, really breathe life into these characters and their twisted relationship. It’s a thought-provoking piece, for sure, that lingers long after you’ve seen it.

Darkly whimsical animation styleExplores themes of dependencyEngaging character dynamics