I agree with some other reviewers that the endings could have been perhaps better conceived, but then I've never seen the perfect film. What was so appealing about this film was the unique combination of Welsh and Latin American cultures, not seen very often. Being a Welshman in a civil partnership with a Paraguayan who has had to come to terms with my Welshness, and all that means, we both watched this film with fond admiration. I must confess, as a Welsh and Spanish speaker, seeing this on television with subtitles I couldn't switch off was confusing as I would rather not see any English in there at all, but I do appreciate for most people that will be necessary to understand one or both of the languages.
I won't restate what's previously been said about the landscapes in both countries being shot very well. Essentially we were both left feeling very 'nostalgic' about both Wales and South America.
Duffy was a very unexpected jewel in this already-lovely crown. Her Spanish wasn't at all bad, it has to be said, and the song she sings - Desearia - is absolutely gorgeous, we've played it non-stop since seeing the film. She only comes into major play quite late in the film, which is a pity, but it's definitely worth waiting for.
This wasn't intended to be a full review of the film, as others have done that so eloquently before me. Instead, more to add my weight to the comments that if you have an attachment to Wales, to South America, or to both, then you WILL find something in this film to capture your heart. If you don't, perhaps it won't be your cup of tea, as the film does tend to capture your emotion rather than your imagination. For us, we'll be watching it again. And again.
I won't restate what's previously been said about the landscapes in both countries being shot very well. Essentially we were both left feeling very 'nostalgic' about both Wales and South America.
Duffy was a very unexpected jewel in this already-lovely crown. Her Spanish wasn't at all bad, it has to be said, and the song she sings - Desearia - is absolutely gorgeous, we've played it non-stop since seeing the film. She only comes into major play quite late in the film, which is a pity, but it's definitely worth waiting for.
This wasn't intended to be a full review of the film, as others have done that so eloquently before me. Instead, more to add my weight to the comments that if you have an attachment to Wales, to South America, or to both, then you WILL find something in this film to capture your heart. If you don't, perhaps it won't be your cup of tea, as the film does tend to capture your emotion rather than your imagination. For us, we'll be watching it again. And again.