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The Dark Side of the Heart Collection

2 movies · 1992–2001

The Dark Side of the Heart Collection is a two-film series produced in Argentina and Spain between 1992 and 2001. The collection comprises two feature films with a total runtime of 239 minutes. The series includes El lado oscuro del corazón (1992) and The Dark Side of the Heart 2 (2001). The films collectively have a total budget and revenue of zero. The collection's runtime spans nine years, with the two installments having durations of 127 and 112 minutes respectively. The series has a combined IMDb rating of 7.3 and 6.4.

2Movies
6.8IMDb
3h 59mRuntime
1992–2001Years

Franchise cast

All movies in chronological order

1The Dark Side of the HeartMovie · 1992 · 127m · Comedy, Drama, RomanceOliveiro, a young poet in Buenos Aires, struggles to balance his love of writing with the need to survive. He sells his ideas to an advertising agency and trades poems for food. He travels to Montevideo and falls in love with Ana, a prostitute. Returning to Buenos Aires, Oliveiro takes a job with a publicity agency, saving for three days with Ana. As their relationship unfolds, and moments of intense intimacy occur, Oliveiro confronts the complexities of love and the sacrifices needed for a relationship. The film explores the connection between art, commerce, and romantic ideals, examining how far a man will go to follow his heart.17.2
2The Dark Side of the Heart 2Movie · 2001 · 112mThis is the sequel to the hugely successful Argentine film. A decade later, Oliverio remains captivated by poetry and still seeks a deep connection. He meets Miranda, and she proposes they share a home and find work. However, Oliverio leaves Miranda to pursue a reunion with Ana, a woman he knew ten years ago. In Barcelona, he discovers Ana's life has changed significantly, and their past love is gone. He then encounters Alejandra, a poet and circus performer, and becomes intensely drawn to her, finding her unexpectedly challenging to connect with.1.0