Laio

A tense, unsettling short that lingers on the threat of violence beneath a night out, leaving a heavy aftertaste.

Directed by

Daniel Grinspum

Genres

Drama

Starring

Giovanni Gallo, Gabriel Calamari, Vinicius Pimentel

Overview

While out with his friends for fun one night in São Paulo, Leandro is confronted with glimpses of his own violence. The film is loosely inspired by the homophobic attack that occurred in the Paulista Avenue area, in which teenagers used fluorescent lamps as a weapon.

How it feels

Tense, dark and melancholic. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Violence, identity, isolation, coming-of-age

Content

Strong violence. Mild gore and language. No sexual content.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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