Movies based on Books: Blindness
Title: Blindness (2008)
Book: "Blindness" by José Saramago
Movie Summary:
"Blindness", tells the story of a sudden and inexplicable epidemic of sudden blindness that affects an entire city. As society breaks down and chaos ensues, the film follows a group of individuals who are quarantined and must navigate the challenges of survival, loss of societal norms, and the complexities of human behavior.
Themes and Messages:
The film delves into themes of human resilience, morality, societal breakdown, and the fragility of civilization. It raises questions about how people react to adversity and the loss of the sense of sight.
Critical Reception:
"Blindness" received mixed reviews for its performances and themes. Some praised its thought-provoking exploration of societal breakdown, while others found the film's adaptation challenging.
Blindness
Release date: 2008
Cast: Julianne Moore, Mark Ruffalo, Gael García Bernal
Directed by: Fernando Meirelles
Genre: Apocalyptic and post-apocalyptic fiction, Psychological Fiction
Duration: 2h 1m
IMDb: 6.5/10
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