O Abajour

2011
1h 40m

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5.7/10

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"O Abajour" is the story of Guilherme (played by Alex Reis). A young man that attains an enviable lifestyle... He lives in a sophisticated apartment in Leblon, an exclusive neighborhood in the South Zone of Rio de Janeiro, dates the daughter of a prestigious lawyer in the "carioca" high society. Guilherme enjoys the finer things in life, the best clothes, nightclubs, and is known by everyone as a "nice guy". But behind all these qualities lies a secret that can cost him everything.

Guilherme makes a living as an "abajour" (lit. a "lamp" which is a term used for a kind of informer for the corrupt police in Rio de Janeiro) and he finds out his childhood friend and drug-addict Murilo (played by Daniel Bouzas) owes a large amount of money to a dangerous loan shark named Moby (played by Daniel Braga).

Resisting at first, Guilherme ends up feeling moved by the plight of his friend and decides to help him. From that point they strike out to find a solution, but they have little time and many obstacles to surpass.

All of this might go very wrong and the two friends may be in much more trouble than they suspect.

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O Abajour é a história de Guilherme (interpretado pelo ator Alex Reis). Um rapaz que conquista um padrão de vida invejável... Mora em um sofisticado apartamento no Leblon, bairro nobre da Zo... Read allO Abajour é a história de Guilherme (interpretado pelo ator Alex Reis). Um rapaz que conquista um padrão de vida invejável... Mora em um sofisticado apartamento no Leblon, bairro nobre da Zona Sul do Rio de Janeiro, namora a filha de um advogado conceituado e de bastante prestígi... Read allO Abajour é a história de Guilherme (interpretado pelo ator Alex Reis). Um rapaz que conquista um padrão de vida invejável... Mora em um sofisticado apartamento no Leblon, bairro nobre da Zona Sul do Rio de Janeiro, namora a filha de um advogado conceituado e de bastante prestígio na sociedade carioca. Guilherme gosta de freqüentar os melhores lugares, usa roupas e ac... Read all

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A Stark Descent into the Shadows of the Human Psyche

O Abajour (2011) is a slow-burning and deeply unsettling psychological thriller that dares to explore the darkest corners of human nature. It's not a film for the faint of heart, but one that rewards viewers who are willing to confront moral ambiguity and emotional discomfort.

Set in a world where appearances mask disturbing truths, the narrative unfolds with a creeping sense of dread. The direction is restrained but purposeful, using silence and shadow as storytelling tools. Every frame feels intentional, as if daring the audience to look closer, even when it hurts.

The performances are raw and convincing, with characters that feel disturbingly real. The film's minimalist style enhances the tension, never relying on spectacle, but rather on psychological depth and a growing atmosphere of unease.

While it might not appeal to mainstream audiences, O Abajour stands out for its boldness and integrity. It doesn't offer easy answers-just hard questions, and a lingering chill that stays long after the credits roll.