Blindness
In a gripping tale of societal collapse, a mysterious epidemic of sudden blindness sweeps through a city, leading to the quarantine of the afflicted in a derelict asylum. As the social order disintegrates, a group of individuals, led by a woman who miraculously retains her sight, must navigate the chaos and moral decay that ensues. The film features notable performances by Julianne Moore and Mark Ruffalo, under the direction of Fernando Meirelles. While it did not receive major awards, the movie is an adaptation of José Saramago’s acclaimed novel. For those interested, it can be viewed for free on Soap2day.
Genre: Drama, Mystery, Science Fiction, Science-Fiction, Thriller
Director: Fernando Meirelles
Actors: Alice Braga, Danny Glover, Don McKellar, Gael García Bernal, Julianne Moore, Mark Ruffalo, Maury Chaykin, Mitchell Nye, Yoshino Kimura, Yusuke Iseya
Country: Brazil, Canada, Italy, Japan, United Kingdom
Company: Bee Vine Pictures, O2 Filmes, Rhombus Media
Worldwide Gross: $19,844,979