In a dystopian future, insurance fraud investigator William Gold arrives in Shanghai to investigate a forgery ring for "papelles", futuristic passports that record people's identities and genetics. Gold falls for Maria Gonzalez, the woman in charge of the forgeries. After a passionate affair, Gold returns home, having named a coworker as the culprit. But when one of Gonzalez's customers is found dead, Gold is sent back to Shanghai to complete the investigation.
| Year | 2003 |
| Country | United Kingdom, United States of America |
| Genre | Drama, Science Fiction, Thriller |
| Director | Michael Winterbottom |
| Runtime | 93 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 6.2/10 (393 votes) |
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The director bets on details: a gesture, a glance, a pause. In a good drama this is what says the most — and that principle is upheld here.
Worth watching if you're in the mood for serious cinema. Not background viewing — it demands attention.
For viewers who can watch slow cinema and value the human element in stories.
Director: Michael Winterbottom
— MovieFinder Editorial
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Viewing atmosphere: In quiet, in the evening. Better alone or with someone who watches films seriously.
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