Sundown

2022 1h 22m EN

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6.2

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★6.2TMDB · 230

Drama

Synopsis

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When a distant emergency disrupts a vacation in Acapulco, simmering tensions rise to the fore between scions of a wealthy British family.

“Some stories are better left unspoiled.”

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Cast

Tim Roth
Neil Bennett
Charlotte Gainsbourg
Alice Bennett
Iazua Larios
Bernice
Henry Goodman
Richard
Albertine Kotting McMillan
Alexa Bennett
Samuel Bottomley
Colin Bennett
Godriyah Faoziati
Masseur
Ely Guerra
Singer

Credits

Behind the camera

Director: Michel Franco
Writers: Michel Franco
Languages: English, Spanish
Countries: France, Mexico, Sweden

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RUNTIME

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82 minutes exactly — the "classic feature" runtime most directors aim for.

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ERA

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Released 4 years ago.

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WORLD

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Dialogue crosses 2 languages: English, Spanish.

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WORLD

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International production across 3 countries: France, Mexico, Sweden.

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DIRECTOR

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Directed by Michel Franco, shot by Yves Cape. Note their partnership — DPs and directors often return to each other across a career.

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DIRECTOR

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Editor Óscar Figueroa shaped the rhythm. On an edit-heavy film, the editor does more to control your pulse than the director.

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7 / 8

CAST

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Tim Roth and Charlotte Gainsbourg and Iazua Larios carry the top of the cast.

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IMDB entry: tt15115280 — still the authoritative cross-reference for credits and trivia.

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Cinephile deep dive

The take

Michel Franco directs. Yves Cape behind the camera. Óscar Figueroa cuts. Runs lean at under 100 minutes. Produced in France, Mexico, Sweden. Dialogue in English, Spanish.

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182 minutes exactly — the "classic feature" runtime most directors aim for.
2Released 4 years ago.
3Dialogue crosses 2 languages: English, Spanish.
4International production across 3 countries: France, Mexico, Sweden.
5Directed by Michel Franco, shot by Yves Cape. Note their partnership — DPs and directors often return to each other across a career.
6Editor Óscar Figueroa shaped the rhythm. On an edit-heavy film, the editor does more to control your pulse than the director.
7Tim Roth and Charlotte Gainsbourg and Iazua Larios carry the top of the cast.
8IMDB entry: tt15115280 — still the authoritative cross-reference for credits and trivia.

The technical file

Cinematography: Yves Cape
Editing: Óscar Figueroa
Production design: Claudio Ramírez Castelli
Costume design: Gabriela Fernández
Makeup / hair: Adam Zoller
VFX supervisor: Agnes Asplund
Sound: Niklas Skarp
Stunt coordinator: Toni Bucio
Runtime: 82 min · 1h 22m
Aspect ratio (typical): 1.37:1 (Academy)
Status: Released
Box office: $229,257
Original language: EN
Certification (US): R
IMDB: Sundown (2022)

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Steve Parker2022-07-24
★ 7/10
SUNDOWN is a new psychological mystery drama from director Michel Franco. The story follows a wealthy British family who is vacationing in Acapulco when a distant emergency disrupts their plans. The simmering tensions between the group members come to the fore as they try to figure out what is going on and how to deal with the situation. Tim Roth and Charlotte Gainsbourg give strong performances as the patriarch and matriarch of the family, respectively. The rest of the cast is also excellent. The film is slow-paced and gently suspenseful, with plenty of twists and turns to keep viewers guessing as to what is at the heart of the trouble in this family. The dialogue in SUNDOWN is sharp and intelligent, with the characters often engaging in heated exchanges that reveal a lot about their relationships. The dialogue is one of the highlights of the film, as it allows the viewer to get a sense of who these people are and what they're going through. There are also some very funny moments, which help to lighten the mood in what is otherwise a tense film. The cinematography is beautiful, with the sun-drenched Acapulco setting providing a stunning backdrop for the film's events. The use of light and shadow is also excellent, creating an atmosphere of suspense and foreboding that adds to the film's overall impact. Themes such as family dynamics, secrets, and betrayal are explored in SUNDOWN, making it a thought-provoking and emotionally resonant film. The slow pacing may be a challenge for some, but those who stick with it will be rewarded with a complex and rewarding experience.

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