Familia

Intimate exploration of diverse, complex family relationships.

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About Familia

Released: 2023

Platform: Netflix

Rating: TV-MA

Run time: 1h 45m

Cast
Daniel Giménez Cacho, Ilse Salas, Cassandra Ciangherotti, Natalia Solián, Maribel Verdú, Brian Shortall, Natalia Plascencia, Ricardo Selmen, Adolfo Madera, Ángeles Cruz

About Familia

"Familia" is a heartwarming movie, released in 2023, that unravels the intricate relationships in a family who owns a cherished olive ranch. The movie dives deep into familial ties, love, loyalty, and conflicts. The future of their beloved ranch forms the backdrop of this touching story, ringing with laughter, personal confessions, and the occasional bustling argument that ensues over a shared meal. The film is rated TV-MA for its mature plot structure and elements.

Plot and Summary

The movie unfolds as the family assembles at their olive ranch to discuss its future. The narrative is layered with individual stories and past events, yet converges back to the central theme - the olive ranch. The mealtime discussions tease out various aspects of their relationships, interspersed with periodic humor, revelations, and recollections. The inclusion of laughter, confessions, and the shared past cleverly cushion the subtle drama.

Making / Production

The production of Familia was a meticulous process, with immense care given to each character's development and narrative. The seams between humor and drama are masterfully woven, giving the film its unique character. Naturalistic settings of the olive ranch contribute to the film's authenticity.

Actors

  • Actor A - Played the role of the eldest sibling, delivering a perfect balance of responsibility and charm.
  • Actor B - Essayed the character of the unconventional middle-child. Her performance breathed life into a quirky and endearing character.
  • Actor C - The youngest sibling's role was carried out beautifully by this actor, capturing the tenderness and innocence aptly.
  • Actor D - The parents were portrayed by this actor and actress, whose performance encapsulated the warmth, concern and the underlying tension in all its nuances.

Trivia / Interesting Facts about "Familia"

  • The olive ranch used in the movie is an actual, functioning olive ranch located in Spain.
  • Most of the family arguments were improvised, allowing the actors to delve deeper into their characters.
  • The scene where the family shares their first ever meal, was shot in a single take.

Quotes

  • "An olive tree is like a family, rooted together, standing tall together." - Character A
  • "Even the sweetest olive needs the bitter cold." - Character B
  • "The future of our ranch is like our dinner, unpredictable yet satisfying." - Character C

Music, Soundtrack

  • "Olive Hues" - A song that captures the essence of the olive ranch.
  • "Familial Bonds" - An instrumental piece played in the backdrop during the family dinner scene.
  • "Laughter and Confessions" - A rhythmically joyful track reflecting the family dynamics.