El Vientre (The Womb) is an intense and gripping psychological thriller movie from 2014, directed and written by Daniel RodrÃguez Risco. The film stars Vanessa Saba, Mayella Lloclla, Manuel Gold, and Bruno Ascenzo, among others. The movie takes place in Lima, Peru, where a woman named Erika (Vanessa Saba) desperately seeks to have a child, but is unable to conceive. She then hires a surrogate mother, Elena (Mayella Lloclla), a poor and naive young woman who needs money to support her family. Elena becomes pregnant and moves into Erika's luxurious apartment, where the two women develop a complex and emotionally charged relationship.
As the pregnancy progresses, Elena becomes increasingly withdrawn and paranoid, convinced that there is something wrong with the baby. Erika tries to reassure her, but soon begins to suspect that Elena may be hiding something. Meanwhile, Erika's husband, Alejandro (Manuel Gold), is struggling with his own secrets and desires, putting further strain on the already fragile relationships.
As tensions rise, the film delves into the emotional and psychological depths of the characters, exploring themes of motherhood, identity, and human nature. The movie is suspenseful and keeps the audience on the edge of their seat, as they try to unravel the mystery at the heart of the story.
The acting in the film is exceptional, with Vanessa Saba delivering a haunting and nuanced performance as Erika, the desperate and enigmatic woman who will stop at nothing to have a child. Mayella Lloclla also gives a standout performance as Elena, the vulnerable and conflicted surrogate mother. The supporting cast members also do an excellent job, adding depth and complexity to the film.
The cinematography is another highlight of the movie, with stunning shots of Lima's urban landscape and moody lighting that adds to the film's eerie atmosphere. Filmed mostly in dimly lit interiors, the movie creates a sense of claustrophobia and tension, as the characters navigate the complex relationships and twisted motivations.
Overall, El Vientre (The Womb) is a powerful and thought-provoking movie that explores complex issues with nuance and depth. It is a film that lingers in the mind long after the credits roll, posing questions about the nature of motherhood, human relationships, and our deepest desires and fears.
El Vientre is a 2015 thriller with a runtime of 1 hour and 22 minutes.
It has received moderate reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 6.1.
