Matrixston
Wow! Such a good movie.
Haven Kaycee
It is encouraging that the film ends so strongly.Otherwise, it wouldn't have been a particularly memorable film
Staci Frederick
Blistering performances.
jamesv2
As I watched Sabor, the first thing that came to mind is oh my god, that Matthew Leitch is one hot actor. His performance was riveting. I found the documentary style was fascinating. I found the carnival in Panama to be colorful and lively specially because of the high energy an colorful costumes. The ending was kinda shocking and amazing... I thought it was genius. I recommend this film because it very original and thought provoking. At first I wasn't so crazy about the colombian guy but as I thought about it his performance was very realistic. His character was believable as he was not a Hollywood type actor. I thought the story was so realistic you could not tell what was scripted and what was not. As I watched it on DVD, I would have really liked to have seen it on the big screen for it think it would have had a bigger impact. Some movies you just have to see them on the big screen and that's my preferred way I would have liked to have seen this.
rosamiranda36
For those who don't travel often, yet are used to taking their bad habits with them into other cultures, here is film that you can use as a cautionary tale. The film starts out with the usual preparations for travel from Brian (played by Matthew Leitch) who's eagerness to meet local women online gets him into serious trouble. What makes this film work so well is the reality of the possibilities. Everything that happens to the main character could happen to you. What is especially disturbing is how many of us go to other countries without knowing much about the culture and laws and how exposed we could be to local organized crime. Unfortunately many suffer the consequences cause we become easy targets. This is what happened to our happy tourist Brian. He's like a college kid who goes to a spring break that turns sour. Some scenes were very hard to watch and excessive for my taste but that's just my personal opinion. However, I was able to get pass that because I was very much engaged in the story. Sabor is also a character study of how most of us use the camera and internet to communicate intimate information to someone we don't know, yet may seem trusting. This film should be seen specially because it is filled with some very dark and memorable moments. recommended.
zombiegore234
Jorge Ameer does it again! A truly disturbing and thought provoking reality style thriller. One of Ameer's most intense and interesting films to date. Watching the main character evolve into the twisted human being he actually is a treat in itself. Mathew Leitch is a great lead, he plays a likable character that an everyday person could relate to...until we find out he has a much darker secret. Jose Rosete also gives an outstanding performance, there are some great moments between Rosete and Leitch that are extremely powerful. The ending will leave you speechless, the final shot sent shivers down my spine, highly recommended, go see it!!!
Frank Bailey
Jorge Ameer's latest outing is as much fascinating as it is distinct in style. I saw this film at a theatre in Ft. Lauderdale and wondered why there were only evening shows, but as I began to watch I immediately realized why. With a reality/documentary (think "Quarantine") - follow your every move - photography, the film summarizes Brian's (played by the very talented Matthew Leitch) travels through Panama and the high energy, intensely beautiful and awesome carnival of Las Tablas. This film definitely made me want to make reservations for next years festivities. I have seen other Ameer films, but this one by far is his best. I was specially engaged in all of the hedonism and shameless pursuit of Brian's libido fulfillment. The images of the opening credits are most disturbing, yet quite allegorical and symbolic to Brian's plight in what I would call a most amazing vitriolic conclusion. What I found even more clever was the fluidity of the unfolding proceedings. It was hard to figure out what was scripted from what was improvised or true, an element I would have to say is an asset and a definite merit to the film. Don't think I should say much more about this without feeling like I'm giving the story away, so all I will say is see it for yourself.
