All fans of that genius scifi writer, whose suggested options of the future have come to fruition almost as much as those of Jules Verne, should be happy with this one. A taste for english subtitles should go along with them, though. As a graduate in french and spanish language, and an avid scifi fan, I thought this claustrophobic story of a man in a cubicle in the year 2056 is sharper than cheddar. He's also a spendthrift, and can't raise the money to allow the computer to open the door so he can out and have some time with his girlfriend, Susanna. It all takes off from there. One great Bradbury-like tale, geared to a Second Millennium audience!
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dial911book17 March 2004If the film Enemy of the State intrigued you, then you'll find Un Dia Perfecto (A Perfect Day) a magnificently concentrated vision of the socialist dystopia that lies one step beyond.
Artistically directed without being "artsy," this film doesn't waste a word or a frame. The acting is convincing, the pacing builds suspense almost immediately and you never really know what is going to happen until it does.
This is one of the best "short" films that I've seen.
The only down side of the version I saw was the subtitles. I understand enough Spanish to know sometimes what is being said, and the subtitles I saw missed the nuances a few times. But the story is compelling enough that the subtitles don't really subvert the experience.
This film will make you pause and reflect every time you use your ATM card, credit card or social security number .... and whenever you think you can trust the bureaucracy to take care of you...