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Protesys (2020)
Director: Afonso Poyart
Cast: Flávio Reitz, Cauã Reymond, Alli Willow, Geoffrey Russell
Runtime10 min
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The production mixes documentary narrative with fiction, showing the overcoming story of Flávio Reitz, a Paralympic medalist who was diagnosed with a tumor in the left leg femur as a teenager and had to amputate it. The turnaround comes when Flavio is invited by an American start-up, the fictional SOLIDLIMBS, to test a revolutionary bionic prosthesis technology.
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Protesys, a 2020 science fiction film directed by Afonso Poyart, has received positive reviews from critics for its compelling blend of documentary narrative and fiction. The film follows the story of Paralympic medalist Flávio Reitz, who overcomes a tumor diagnosis and amputation to test a revolutionary bionic prosthesis technology. While critical reception has been favorable, audience ratings are not widely available.
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Fans of thought-provoking science fiction blended with inspiring real-life stories will appreciate Protesys (2020), directed by Afonso Poyart. This unique film mixes documentary narrative with fiction, highlighting the overcoming story of Paralympic medalist Flávio Reitz and his journey with experimental bionic prosthetic technology.