The Spanish thriller "The Platform" returned with a sequel called "The Platform 2", and it brought with it a brand new character, Zamiatin! While this sequel has its unique spin and twists. What may be more notable is his unusual obsession with the imaginary number in mathematics.
Zamiatin's Mysterious Obsession
In "The Platform 2," we get a glimpse into this interesting character who immediately brings tension to the screen with another inmate known as Perempuan. While the characters do connect over time. Zamiatin makes many comments about the imaginary number, an idea he claims got him imprisoned! This gives the audience so much intrigue that's key for this thriller's success, because Zamiatin isn't entirely truthful! This focus on this imaginary number (which in math is i = √-1), seems super odd, making viewers wonder, just how will Zamiatin's story unravel and create a special addition for the show!
The Imaginary Number Explained
Let's take a break from the film. Let's explore the meaning of i. In mathematics the root of any number is not negative. That includes negatives as well. But there's something even more incredible. No actual numbers will have this -1 result. As math may struggle with explaining this reality the whole idea of "imaginary numbers" are used, even as a larger world is created with "complex numbers."
Zamiatin's Lies
In the beginning Zamiatin shares a dramatic story in "The Platform 2." about being a math professor, getting fixated on this mathematical idea that even got him in jail. But you guessed it! He wasn't truthful.
This man has some regrets and as "The Platform 2" story comes to a close it becomes much more evident he wasn't truthful and lied a lot. Zamiatin's obsession was far beyond this mathematical principle. As viewers watch the film, it comes apparent he's struggling and takes a lot of his hurt and pours it into this concept, hiding many truths. It made him feel as if he was questioning reality.
Zamiatin's Regrets
Throughout the show we've already learned that he made many decisions, choices he'd later deeply regret, that ultimately get him sent to this prison-like system in "The Platform 2."
As it turns out, Zamiatin did something terrible and even tells more lies to support this story! His anger got him deep into the prison! He finally breaks and confronts reality before taking his life! Even burning himself alive.
- His parents sent him there after not wanting to take responsibility and mature after dropping out of school.
- The film features plenty of compelling and emotional moments and it appears Zamiatin's obsession with that imaginary number shows the intensity and profound despair from his deep-seated, self-inflicted regrets. It helps give him a perspective as a person who tries to build himself up only to destroy himself! That's something this series explores at an intimate level.
The Cast:
The movie brought some familiar characters back while also presenting us with new and memorable actors.
- Milena Smit as Perempuan
- Hovik Keuchkerian plays Zamiatin
- Natalia Tena plays a roommate
- Óscar Jaenada is Dagin Babi
- Ivan Massagué as Goreng
- Antonia San Juan plays Imoguiri
- Zorion Eguileor as Tiramigasi
- Tadashi Ito as Bárbaro 21
The latest release of this exciting thriller certainly offers new levels of intrigue, showcasing more complexities in "The Platform" universe.
There's a lot to this new movie and a new perspective on the world it creates! It showcases just how deeply Zamiatin's backstory reveals a darker perspective for viewers and offers another view of the story with his interesting, intense performance. It will show how human flaws impact choices. Even his self-destruction could speak to a certain kind of realism that many horror fans will feel and a powerful reminder as to why there is a need to find ways to be better.
