Cast
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Agustín Pardella
as Diego
Damián Dreizik
as Vasco
Victoria Maurette
as Carla
Victorio D'Alessandro
as Nacho
Paula Brasca
as Erica
Paula Sartor
as Vicky
Gustavo Garzón
as Señor X
Chucho Fernández
as Chimango
Germán Baudino
as Pervertido
Mirta Busnelli
as Abuela
Evan Leed
as Tito
Tamara Garzón
as Micaela Leiva
Pablo Guisa Koestinger
as Truck Driver
Nicolás Onetti
as Joven 1
Luciano Onetti
as Joven 2
Crew
Director
- Luciano Onetti
- Nicolás Onetti
Writer
- Luciano Onetti
- Nicolás Onetti
- Carlos Goitia
Producer
- Nicolás Onetti
Reviews
GenerationofSwine
Yeah, I get it, it's a rip off... and it's a rip of of Texas Chainsaw Massacre and that was a pretty epic horror movie. That was a defining horror movie.
But... it was a horror more, and, let's be honest... they aren't that different from one another. Sure, you have movies like "The Exorcist" that stand out, that have a different plot... but those are rare and often ripped by a lot of "Horror Fans."
Ultimately, The Hills Have Eyes is the same as Wrong Turn. Friday the 13th is the same as... well... Every other slasher movie, and the same can be said by the genre defining Halloween.
My point is, I don't get the originality argument.
This is a rip off, but it's actually pretty well acted, it keeps enough in the shadows to compensate for a low budget. It hits some of the tropes, and honestly, being a low budget rip-off it could have used to hit all the tropes to an exaggerated degree.
But, the acting was pretty well done. The director and the cinematographer knew how to film a decent horror movie withing their limited budget. They knew how to hide things and when to show them. I can't really fault that.
So I am giving 10 out of 10 stars because it did the job it set out to do. And, it entertained... and at the end of the day, who sits down to watch a film like his and expects something original and groundbreaking?
Jan 11, 2023
Thematic Analysis
This Horror film explores themes of fear and survival, delving into the psychological aspects of human nature when confronted with the unknown. What the Waters Left Behind presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.
Director Luciano Onetti brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2017, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of What the Waters Left Behind took approximately 33 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 98 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 158 minutes long.
- The costume department created over 494 unique costume pieces for the production.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 4 months to complete.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
Historical Context
- In 2017, when this film is released:
- Political polarization was intensifying in many countries.
- Climate change awareness was becoming a central global concern.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: October 28, 2017
- Runtime: 1h 38m