18 Films from the 2022 Goyas
18 titles
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Tehran BluesMovie · 2020 · 80m"Different Faces" offers a glimpse into Iran, where tradition and modern life are in constant tension. The film explores the country through its music and its people, focusing on Erfan Shafei, a witty and ironic young Kurdish man aspiring to be a film director. He sings, writes poetry, lives with his parents and a parrot, yet remains inexperienced in matters of the heart.IMDb 5.3 - 2
JosephineMovie · 2021 · 90mJosefina tells the story of Juan, a middle-aged prison guard who falls in love with the son of a woman he knows. The woman’s son, Sergio, is a prisoner. Juan's love for Sergio ultimately leads to him losing his job.IMDb 5.9TMDB 5.6 - 3
Song Without a NameMovie · 2020 · 97m · DramaPeru, during the 1980s political turmoil. Georgina, a young woman from the Andes, has her newborn daughter stolen at a fraudulent health clinic. Driven by desperation, she seeks help from Pedro Campos, a solitary journalist at a prominent newspaper, and he agrees to investigate. Based on a true story.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.4 - 4
LibertadMovie · 2021 · 109mThe Vidal family is enjoying a summer on the beautiful Costa Brava in Catalonia with their grandmother, Ángela, who has Alzheimer's. Fourteen-year-old Nora, who is sheltered and reserved and struggling with her parents' divorce, has what seems like it will be a dull and sad summer. However, her summer takes a dangerous turn with the arrival of Libertad, the spirited fifteen-year-old daughter of Ángela’s Colombian caregiver.IMDb 6.5TMDB 5.8 - 5
MindanaoMovie · 2021 · 17mMayor Marisol, in her final hours, is surrounded by her closest allies. She shares a last gathering with those most loyal to her: her political confidante, the businessman who helped her build her influence, a somewhat naive secretary, a lively traditional singer, and her beloved Amparo.IMDb 6.0TMDB 5.5 - 6
Who’s Stopping UsMovie · 2021 · 220m"Who Will Stop Us Now?" challenges how we see young people today – those born at the start of the 21st century who have recently become adults and feel their dreams have been crushed. Blending documentary, fiction, and personal stories, the film presents young adults as they truly are: revealing their strengths, intelligence, humor, beliefs, and ideas. They use the camera to showcase their best selves, offering hope for the future. Their conversations about love, friendship, politics, and education resonate with universal experiences across all ages. Ultimately, "Who Will Stop Us Now?" is a film about ourselves – reflecting on our past, present, and future.IMDb 6.9TMDB 7.3 - 7
MamaMovie · 2020 · 29mHidden within the conflict-ridden Kahuzi-Biega National Park lies the Lwiro Primate Rehabilitation Sanctuary. It's here that Mama Zawadi and her baby chimpanzees discover a sanctuary where unconditional love offers healing from the scars of war and a chance for survival.IMDb 7.5 - 8
That Was LifeMovie · 2020 · 109mIn a Belgian hospital room, two Spanish women, María and Verónica, from different generations unexpectedly connect. María has lived in Belgium for decades since immigrating as a young woman, while Verónica is a recent arrival seeking a better life she didn't find in Spain. Their unlikely friendship prompts María to embark on a journey to southern Spain with a unique purpose. What starts as a quest to uncover Verónica's heritage transforms into a chance for María to re-examine her life and challenge the beliefs that have shaped her.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.0 - 9
FarrucasMovie · 2021 · 18mFour teenagers – Hadoum, Fátima, Sheima, and Sokayna – from El Puche, a neighborhood in Almería, Spain, are proud of their Moroccan and Spanish heritage. They begin their first experiences at schools outside their community, which highlight the challenges of their background. Yet, their ambitions remain strong. On Fatima's eighteenth birthday, their self-assurance will be challenged.IMDb 5.7TMDB 6.0 - 10
Mediterraneo: The Law of the SeaMovie · 2021 · 100m · DramaAutumn 2015. Deeply moved by a photograph of a drowned child, lifeguards Oscar and Gerard journey to Lesbos, Greece. They find a grim reality: thousands attempt the perilous sea crossing daily, fleeing war and conflict in overcrowded boats – with no rescue in sight. Joining forces with Esther, Nico, and the team, they dedicate themselves to helping those in need. This experience becomes a transformative odyssey for them all. *Mediterráneo* is a story of survival on the sea, a challenging environment where every life matters.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.6 - 11
The GrandmotherMovie · 2022 · 101m · Drama, HorrorSusana, a model living in Paris, returns to Madrid to care for her grandmother, Pilar.IMDb 5.9TMDB 5.9 - 12
The Cordillera of DreamsMovie · 2019 · 84mIn Chile, the sun's journey across the landscape is a constant climb over hills and mountains to reach the Andes. This mountain range is a defining feature of the country, yet for Chileans, it remains largely unexplored. Following previous films focused on light and the sea, I now aim to explore this immense mountain spine. It promises powerful insights into Chile's history, both past and present.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.2 - 13
The Siamese BondMovie · 2021 · 82mEstela and her mother Clota travel from their home in Junín to Costa Bonita, a town in Necochea. They are going to view apartments that Estela's father inherited.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.3 - 14
All in FavorMovie · 2021 · 14mA routine vote on renewing the elevator in a typical apartment building unexpectedly sparks a discussion about the boundaries of peaceful living together.IMDb 6.4TMDB 8.0 - 15
The WolvesMovie · 2020 · 95m · Drama, FamilyEight-year-old Max and his five-year-old brother Leo recently immigrated to the United States with their mother. Confined to a small apartment, the boys spend their days waiting for her return, clinging to the dream of a trip to Disney.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.3 - 16
OutlawsMovie · 2021 · 125m · CrimeNacho, a shy student in Girona, encounters two young men from the city's Chinatown. This meeting plunges him into a summer of robberies and armed assaults that fundamentally alters his life.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.9 - 17
Tótem LobaMovie · 2020 · 22mEstíbaliz agrees to join her high school friend Raquel at the town festival. What starts as a promising weekend of fun quickly descends into a terrifying ordeal.IMDb 5.9TMDB 6.4 - 18
Heroes: Silence and Rock & RollMovie · 2021 · 95m · Documentary, MusicThis documentary explores the beginnings and rapid ascent of Héroes del Silencio, a groundbreaking Spanish rock band from the 1980s known for their distinctive sound and impactful lyrics. The film highlights Enrique Bunbury, the band's charismatic leader, whose talent and stage presence were key to their rise to fame.
Using interviews with the band, archival footage, and live performances, the film charts Héroes del Silencio's musical journey through the challenges and successes of the Madrid music scene. It examines themes of passion, creativity, and music’s ability to connect people, while also revealing the personal difficulties and sacrifices that came with their success.
The documentary celebrates Héroes del Silencio's lasting influence on Spanish rock and its impact worldwide. It provides an intimate look at a significant period in music history, offering viewers a firsthand experience of the band's powerful energy and emotion.IMDb 7.4TMDB 8.4
