Upon Entry
2023
Drama
1h17
Icarion rated ★ 6/10
Un huis clos qui commence de façon brutale et rude mais qui dévoile peu à peu le mystère des comportements des protagonistes. Sans en dévoiler trop, le film se révèle être une manière originale de parler du couple. Jusqu’au dernier plan dévoilant toute l’ironie de la situation que l’on vient de vivre.
Synopsis
Diego, a Venezuelan urbanist, and Elena, a contemporary dancer from Barcelona, move to the United States with their approved visas to start a new life. Their intention is to boost their professional careers and start a family in 'the land of opportunities'. But upon entering New York airport's immigration area, they are taken to the secondary inspection room, where border officers will subject them to an unpleasant inspection process and a psychologically grueling interrogation.
Community Reviews
Viewers find 'Upon Entry' a gripping and intense experience, effectively portraying the harsh realities of immigration through a tense, claustrophobic setting. The film's tight narrative and strong performances keep audiences on edge, although some felt the plot was somewhat predictable and lacked depth. The emotional and psychological strain on the central couple, as they undergo rigorous interrogation, resonates with many, highlighting the film's powerful depiction of personal and bureaucratic conflict.
👍 Strong performances enhance the tension.
👎 Plot may feel predictable to some.
