THE PLATFORM (El hoyo): Is It Deep or Dumb?

The video analyzes the film 'The Platform', exploring its themes, symbolism, and narrative. It discusses the film's critique of capitalism, its use of Don Quixote as a symbolic reference, and the characters' roles. The ending is interpreted as a commentary on the inhumanity of oppressors. The video concludes with a critique of the film's execution, noting its strengths and weaknesses.

What is the central question posed about the film 'The Platform'?

• Is it a horror or a comedy?

• Is it deep or dumb?

• Is it based on a true story?

• Is it suitable for children?

What does the film's prison setting symbolize?

• A historical event

• A critique of capitalism

• A utopian society

• A futuristic world

What does the film suggest about the nature of humanity in a competitive society?

• Humans are naturally cooperative

• Humans are always selfish

• Humans are inherently noble

• Humans risk becoming cannibalistic monsters

What does the film's use of luxury food symbolize?

• The simplicity of life

• The joy of eating

• The disparity between classes

• The abundance of resources

How does the film use the book 'Don Quixote'?

• As a literal guide for the characters

• As a symbol of delusion and idealism

• As a historical reference

• As a comedic element

What realization does Goren have at the end of the film?

• That he is the true villain

• That the girl is the message

• That the panna cotta is the message

• That he can escape the prison

What is the film's suggested strategy for the oppressed?

• To escape the system

• To prove the inhumanity of their oppressors

• To prove their humanity to oppressors

• To accept their fate

What does the film's ending imply about the administration's awareness?

• They are unaware of the prison's conditions

• They are indifferent to the prisoners

• They are actively trying to improve conditions

• They are fully aware and supportive

How does the film compare to 'Snowpiercer' in its social commentary?

• It offers a more optimistic view

• It asks harder questions about societal structures

• It focuses on individual heroism

• It has a more straightforward narrative

What is a criticism mentioned about the film's message?

• It's too pessimistic

• It's too subtle and hard to understand

• It's too on the nose and lacks depth

• It's too optimistic