Reviewers at Onderhond highlight the film’s focus on the "unstable situation" and the blurring lines between a mother’s protection and genuine malice. The film is often praised for its claustrophobic atmosphere and its exploration of gaslighting and paternal anxiety.
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The film premiered on Netflix in 2019 and follows Lorenzo ( Joaquín Furriel ), a 50-year-old painter who finds his life spiraling into paranoia and isolation after the birth of his son. Plot Overview