Isla Bonita (2015)
Release Year: 2015
Nation: Spain
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Director: Fernando Colomo
Writer: Fernando Colomo, Miguel Ángel Furones, Olivia Delcán
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Genre: Comedy, Comedy Film, Drama
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Keywords
Keywords: beach, island of menorca, mother daughter relationship
Story
The story unfolds during the summer in Menorca where Olivia, a young woman, is struggling to find understanding and stability in her relationships. After ending an affair to start a genuine relationship, she finds herself single once again. Her sculptor mother Nuria offers comfort and practical advice. When Fernando, a retired advertisement filmmaker, moves into their guesthouse, the island's dynamics shift. Olivia sees Fernando as a father figure while Fernando tries to seduce Nuria. The film is filled with comedic misunderstandings.
Summary
Isla Bonita (2015) is a Spanish comedy-drama directed by Fernando Colomo, who also stars in the film. Set on the idyllic holiday island of Menorca, the movie explores themes of love, relationships, and self-discovery through the lens of its protagonists: Olivia, her mother Nuria, and Fernando. The film is semi-autobiographical for Colomo and serves as a charming homage to Menorca while being filled with misunderstandings and comedic situations.
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