Netflix has made a strong start to 2024 with the release of its survival biopic, “Society of the Snow.” The film, directed by J.A. Bayona, has garnered high ratings on Rotten Tomatoes from audiences and critics alike. The biographical movie retells the harrowing true story of a group of young men who miraculously survived a plane crash and were stranded for 72 days in the Andes Mountains.
The film’s sensitive and harrowing dramatization has propelled it back into the spotlight, earning praise for its realism, roughness, and faithfulness to historical facts. Despite some changes to the original story, the movie has been lauded for its portrayal of the survivors’ ordeal.
The Society of the Snow cast comprises a notable ensemble, including Enzo Vogrincic Roldán, MatÃas Recalt, AgustÃn Pardella, Tomas Wolf, and others, who bring this gripping tale of survival to life on the screen.
It’s worth noting that, despite any raised eyebrows, the abundance of cigarettes in the film is not a mere oversight. Cigarettes play a significant role for the survivors in “Society of the Snow,” and there is a good reason behind their presence in the Andes. The film’s portrayal of this aspect of the survivors’ experience has contributed to its renowned realism and faithfulness to historical facts.
While this marks another retelling of the 52-year-old story, J.A. Bayona’s dramatization has set “Society of the Snow” apart, drawing attention to the exceptional survival story once again. With Netflix’s impressive start to 2024, “Society of the Snow” provides a compelling and harrowing cinematic experience that has captivated audiences and critics.
