The result is an electrifying slice of cinema that is likely to be frequently imitated, but rarely improved upon.
Captured in a continuous 138-minute shot, Sebastian Schipper’s stylish heist movie is carried along on a giant wave of adrenaline and logistical daring.
An impressive film which constantly challenges your perceptions of the characters.
The single-take film is a gimmick, but it’s a fascinating one that reaches new heights with the exhilarating German heist drama Victoria – imperfections and all.
One seamless shot follows a young woman through the dark underbelly of Berlin, in a unique thriller that uses its technical trickery to mesmerising effect.
So much more than a one-take gimmick movie, Victoria is a stunning cinematic achievement. Full of twists that feel authentic and believable characters, it grips from the first compelling frame to the last.
General release. Check local listings for show times.
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