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Movie Review: “Platform” (2019)- 4/5 Stars

The Netflix movie “Platform” (original title: “El Hoyo”) is a Spanish sci-fi thriller directed by Galder Gaztelu-Urrutia that presents a chilling and thought-provoking narrative set in a terrifying dehumanizing prison. The film’s premise revolves around a vertical structure where inmates are placed on different levels, and a platform covered with food descends from the top. Those at the top eat lavishly while those below receive the scraps, leading to a harrowing commentary on class disparity and human nature. You change floors every month, and don’t know what floor you may end up on next. 

The film creates a tight and heavy atmosphere, making you feel the harsh reality of the prison. The way it’s filmed highlights the cold, industrial look of the place, adding to the characters’ sense of desperation. The actors do a great job showing a wide range of feelings, from hope to deep sadness. You feel for the characters and want to find out what they will do next, or if they’ll break.

What makes “Platform” stand out is its deeper meaning. It encourages viewers to think about important issues like greed, helping others, and survival, pushing both characters and the audience to face tough moral questions. Although the pacing can be slow at times, it builds tension well, leading to an ending that leaves you thinking long after the film is over. However, some viewers might find the graphic violence and bleakness overwhelming. The film doesn’t shy away from the darker aspects of human nature, which can be unsettling. Yet, it’s this raw portrayal that makes “Platform” a stark mirror reflecting our world.

In summary, “Platform” is a gripping and unsettling exploration of humanity’s extremes, wrapped in a unique narrative structure. It’s a film that challenges viewers to think about their own ethical boundaries and the societal systems in which we live. This movie gets four out of five stars.

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