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- With fewer sensational confrontations, The Embalmer is a major work. As it stands, it signals the emergence of an exceptional filmmaker.
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Nov 14, 2003 · “The Embalmer” is masterful at concealing its true nature and surprising us with the turns of the story. Among the movie’s mysteries are: (1) Does Peppino think of himself as a homosexual, or as a swinger who likes good buddies and is open-minded in bed? (2) Does Valerio know Peppino is hot for his bod?
"The Embalmer" (which is what the title translates as) is, in a sentence, about Peppino, a middle-aged Neapolitan taxidermist of stunted growth (verging on dwarfhood) who employs a good-looking young assistant he soon becomes obsessed with.
Jul 18, 2003 · 14 Reviews. 13% Mixed. 2 Reviews. 0% Negative. 0 Reviews. All Reviews. Positive Reviews. Mixed Reviews. Negative Reviews. 80. Los Angeles Times. From start to finish Garrone charges The Embalmer, a richly visual film, with an effective ambiguity and sense of foreboding. Read More. By Kevin Thomas FULL REVIEW.
- (16)
- Matteo Garrone
- Not Rated
With Ernesto Mahieux, Valerio Foglia Manzillo, Elisabetta Rocchetti, Lina Bernardi. A solitary embalmer meets a charming and unemployed waiter who becomes his assistant, but the two get involved in a morbid and unhealthy professional and personal relationship.
- (3K)
- Drama, Romance
- Matteo Garrone
- 2002-09-06
Jul 18, 2003 · Matteo Garrone's tricky comedy thriller ''The Embalmer'' subjects it to a diabolical homoerotic twist. The protagonist, Valerio (Valerio Foglia Manzillo), is a waiter in his early 20's...
In spite of some stiltedness, The Embalmer is an oft-intriguing examination of unquenched desire and the power of beauty. Full Review | Original Score: B- | Dec 11, 2003. Roger Ebert Chicago...
From start to finish Garrone charges The Embalmer, a richly visual film, with an effective ambiguity and sense of foreboding. Read More. By Kevin Thomas FULL REVIEW. 75.
