La migliore offerta

(2012)

★ 7.8 IMDb · 135,030 votes

Genres: Thriller, Drama, Crime

Year: 2012

Runtime: 131 min

Country: Италия

Plot

Virgil Oldman is the managing director of a leading auction house. From time to time, with his partner Billy, in front of the whole world, he pulls off cunning scams, cleverly manipulating and misleading both sellers and buyers. In the secret room of his villa, he collected hundreds of priceless paintings from different eras. One day, a mysterious woman, hiding her identity, asks him to sell her family's antiques. Among numerous works of art, over and over again Oldman discovers pieces of a long-lost mechanism. At one time, it was said that in order to revive it, the creators resorted to the help of higher powers... Putting together the found pieces like a puzzle, together with their brilliant friend Robert, they are trying to unravel this secret. But Oldman is interested not only in antiques... The plot of the film reveals deep psychological and social conflicts, immersing the viewer in an emotionally rich story. The main characters face difficult life choices, overcome a series of serious trials and search for their own path to truth and justice. The director's work is distinguished by the highest mastery of storytelling, impeccable framing and attention to the smallest details of the character of each character. The visuals and cinematography highlight the unique atmosphere of the film, creating a unique effect of complete presence. The musical accompaniment is in perfect harmony with the events taking place on the screen, enhancing the drama of key moments and leaving an unforgettable impression after viewing. This film is deservedly one of the best films of its genre and will be an ideal choice for our New Year's movie evening on the roof.