Update from Monday September 23, 2024: Shudder, because the sequel to the film which was a hit in 2019 promises to be even more terrifying. As evidenced by the trailer, which is not detailed:
Upon entering the platform, new residents choose a dish. Everyone seems to follow an unspoken rule, only touching the dish they chose and making sure the food hits each level. But is this system really fair?
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The Platform, one of the most successful Spanish films to date, will be entitled to a highly anticipated sequel, scheduled for October 2024 on Netflix. The first opus, released in 2019, remains the fifth most watched non-English film on the platform, with 129.7 million hours viewed in the first 91 days, the equivalent of 82.8 million views.
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With this sequel, Netflix hopes to repeat the success while deepening the dark and complex universe of this captivating thriller.
What will “La Plateforme 2” be about?
The sequel to The Platform uses the same basic concept as the first film. In this vertical prison, each level houses a cell and a platform descends, offering food for only two minutes a day. The film explores the social dynamics and struggles for survival in this brutal and inhumane system.
According to Netflix, here is the official synopsis for The Platform 2:
“As a mysterious leader imposes his reign on the Platform, a new resident finds himself thrust into the battle against this brutal and controversial food system. But when eating from the wrong plate becomes a death sentence, how far would you be willing to go to save your life? »
The official trailer for The Platform 2 depicts the extreme challenges and moral dilemmas the characters face. The tension and suspense are palpable, announcing a cinematic experience that is as disturbing as it is intriguing.
Who is in the casting?
The sequel will see the arrival of new characters, with a rotation of the original cast. Here are the main confirmed players:
- Milena Smith in the role of Perempaun
- Hovik Keuchkerian in the role of Zamiatin
- Natalia Tena (Game of Thrones, Harry Potter) in the role of Sahabat
- Oscar Jaenada (The Losers, Pirates of the Caribbean) as Dagin Babi
- Bastien Ughetto
- Tadashi Ito
Milena Smit, who is making her Netflix film debut with this project, is known for her roles in the Spanish series “The Girl in the Mirror” and “The Snow Maiden”. Hovik Keuchkerian is recognized for his role in “La Casa de Papel” as Bogota and for his appearance in the 2016 live-action adaptation of Assassin’s Creed.
Galder Gaztelu-Urrutia returns to write, direct and produce this sequel, ensuring the continuity of the film’s artistic vision. The music is composed by Aitor Etxebarria, while Jon Sangroniz is the cinematographer. The film is produced by Carlos Juárez, Galder Gaztelu-Urrutia and Raquel Perea of the Basque Films team.
When will “Platform 2” be released on Netflix?
Platform 2 will be available on Netflix from Friday October 4, 2024. Fans of the first film and newcomers will then be able to discover this long-awaited sequel on this date.
