# Pacifiction (2022)

> A hypnotic Polynesian political drama where diplomatic charm, erotic ambiguity, and rumors of nuclear testing drift toward catastrophe.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/488146

## Facts

- Runtime: 166 min
- Genres: Drama, Thriller
- Director: Albert Serra
- Cast: Benoît Magimel, Pahoa Mahagafanau, Marc Susini, Matahi Pambrun, Sergi López, Montse Triola, Michaël Vautor, Cécile Guilbert
- TMDB rating: 6.2/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt13702796/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: glacial
- Intensity: strong
- Complexity: dense
- Violence: mild
- Mood: hypnotic, seductive, ominous, focused arthouse viewing, late night cinema

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