USA,
2007, 98 min
Plots(1)
The Pool is the story of Venkatesh, a "room boy" working at a hotel in Panjim, Goa, who sees from his perch in a mango tree a luxuriant garden and shimmering pool hidden behind a wall. In making whatever efforts he can to better himself, Venkatesh offers his services to the wealthy owner of the home. Not content to simply dream about a different life, Venkatesh is inquisitive about the home's inhabitants-indeed about the world around him - and his curiosity changes the shape of his future. (KinoSmith)
(more)Awards
- Winner
- Nominations
Independent Spirit Awards
- 2008 - Chris Smith, Kate Noble, Randy Russell (John Cassavetes Award)
Sundance Film Festival
- 2007 - Chris Smith (U.S. Dramatic Special Jury Award for Singularity of Vision)
- 2007 - Chris Smith (U.S. Grand Jury Prize: Dramatic)