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Dr. Lucchetti's Macabre Atheneum

Dr. Lucchetti's Macabre Atheneum (2022)

Jan 29, 2022 1h 41m Horror Thriller

The year is 1959. The place, Curitiba, Brazil. Private detective John Clayton is hired by the mysterious and seductive Helen Zola to investigate her husband, a scientist with a secret and abominable past. Against the wishes of his faithful friend Vonetta, Clayton accepts the case and gradually finds himself in the middle of a dark plot involving a library created by the legendary Dr. Lucchetti, which harbors the secrets of monsters, vampires and other macabre creatures.

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Directed by Paulo Biscaia Filho

Cast

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Michelle Rodrigues
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Michelle Rodrigues

as Helen Zola

Ed Canedo
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Ed Canedo

as John Clayton

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Kenni Rogers

as Dr. Anton Zola

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Paulo Rosa

as Aquele Que Morre

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Wagner Corrêa

as Delegado

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Daniele Mariano

as Barbara

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Thiago Freire

as Jonas

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Rafaelle Cristina

as Luisa

Caroline Roehrig
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Caroline Roehrig

as Vonetta

Crew

Director
  • Paulo Biscaia Filho
Writer
  • Paulo Biscaia Filho
Producer
  • Rafaelle Cristina

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Thematic Analysis

This Horror/Thriller film explores themes of fear and survival, delving into the psychological aspects of human nature when confronted with the unknown. Dr. Lucchetti's Macabre Atheneum presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.

Director Paulo Biscaia Filho 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 2022, 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 Dr. Lucchetti's Macabre Atheneum took approximately 32 months from pre-production to final cut.
  • The final cut of the film runs for 101 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 146 minutes long.
  • The costume department created over 286 unique costume pieces for the production.
  • The screenplay went through 9 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
  • The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.

Historical Context

  • In 2022, when this film is released:
  • Artificial intelligence was becoming increasingly integrated into daily life and creative industries.
  • Climate change mitigation had become a central policy concern internationally.
  • Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.

How This Film Stands Out

Details

  • Release Date: January 29, 2022
  • Runtime: 1h 41m

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