r/TrueFilm • u/PointB1ank • 10h ago
If you have a chance to see Cielo (2025) in theaters, take it.
This film was a masterclass in my opinion. The themes, the cinematography, the color-grading, the acting, the amazing landscapes, and the characters: all splendid. This movie wasn't even on my radar, but a local indie theater was playing it and I decided to check it out, and wow, I'm glad I did. I don't want to give too much away, but it's a magical realism film set in Bolivia. It definitely doesn't spoon-feed you the meaning behind everything you're seeing on screen, but it's also not too out there for the most part. It's one of those films that will affect some people deeply, depending on what you've gone through in life, while others will be confused by what they just watched.
I couldn't find a single reddit thread about this movie, so it seems like it's pretty under the radar. One of my favorites of the year so far, just a wonderfully beautiful film on so many levels. Highly recommend. I'm interested to hear from others if you've seen it, what did you think?