The film awards season is in full swing and the 2024 Oscars are no exception. One of the most notable categories is Best Foreign Film, which recognizes talent and excellence in international cinema.
This year, five films have been nominated, each offering a unique and compelling perspective on diverse topics of global relevance.
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Films nominated for Best Foreign Film at the 2024 Oscars
“Yo captainâ€
Directed by Matteo Garrone, this Italian film tells the story of two young people who leave Senegal with the dream of reaching Europe.
It is a dramatic odyssey that addresses the migration crisis across the Mediterranean and offers fantastic touches. “I Captain” is a tough and necessary film that confronts us with the reality of migrants in search of a better future.
At the moment it cannot be found on any streaming platform, only in cinemas in Italy.
“The Snow Societyâ€
Available on Netflixthis film narrates the famous tragedy in the Andes, where a group of young Uruguayans had to resort to cannibalism to survive.
Although it is an epic and emotional story, a more critical and dark approach is missing. Even so, “The Snow Society” is an impressive film that immerses us in a desperate fight for survival.
“Teacher roomâ€
This German surprise turns the school environment into a thriller, where a teacher triggers a series of events that affect the lives of several people.
“Teachers Room” addresses the topic of post-truth and shows how a rumor can become a deadly weapon. It is a great and complex film that makes us reflect on the power of information in our society.
At the moment it cannot be found on any streaming platform, only in cinemas in Croatia.
“The area of interestâ€
Directed by Jonathan Glazer, this film takes us to the country house of the family of the Commandant of Auschwitz, where daily coexistence is shown alongside the darkness of extermination.
Using the off-screen resource in a striking way, “The Zone of Interest” is one of the favorites to win in this category and offers a new way of talking about the Holocaust.
You can enjoy this movie on Movistar Plus+, Prime Video and Apple TV+
âPerfect Daysâ
Directed by Wim Wenders, this German film takes place in Japan and follows the life of a quiet man who cleans public toilets. “Perfect Days†is an extraordinary portrait of the pleasures of ordinary life.
Although it is unlikely to win, it is considered one of the best examples of great cinema in a long time and could become a public favorite.
At the moment it cannot be found on any streaming platform.
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