
The Motive
Directed by Manuel Martín Cuenca
Produced by LAZONA, Alebrije Producciones
A dark psychological drama about an aspiring writer who weaponizes his relationships and manipulates those around him in service of his literary ambitions, exploring the moral cost of art.
Álvaro, a man obsessed with the idea of writing what he brands as “high literature,” manipulates the lives and feelings of the people around him to write about the consequences caused by his devious acts.
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Does The Motive end with hope? No. Less hopeful than 91% of films.
Is The Motive sad? Yes. More sad than 82% of films.
Is The Motive easy watching? Not especially. Less comforting than 74% of films.
Is The Motive scary? Somewhat. More frightening than 61% of films.
Is The Motive violent? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Like The Motive
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as The Motive
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like The Motive, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like The Motive, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like The Motive, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
























































