Del lado del verano (2012)
Release Year: 2012
Nation: Spain
Alternative Title: The Summer Side
Director: Antonia San Juan
Writer: Antonia San Juan
Production & Genre
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Keywords
Keywords: woman director
Story
In 'Del lado del verano', a tense family dynamic unfolds in Gran Canaria. The matriarch of the family harbors deep-seated resentment towards her sisters and gay son, creating an atmosphere of constant strife. When her daughter visits from the mainland, she attempts to mediate and resolve these long-standing issues.
Summary
'Del lado del verano' is a Spanish comedy-drama directed by Antonia San Juan in 2012. Set in Gran Canaria, the film explores family tensions through the lens of a dysfunctional family unit. The narrative focuses on the acrimonious relationship between a mother and her sisters, as well as her struggle to accept her gay son. The arrival of her daughter from the mainland serves as a catalyst for potential reconciliation and resolution of these issues.
