

Movie spotlight
Thanks to Her
Perfectionist, soccer star, straight A student Millie Blake did not picture starting her senior year receiving a month of community service at a local nursing home after trying to break up a fight at school. To make matters worse, Millie is stuck at the home with the instigator of the fight: Andy Wellick–another senior, who is outspoken about her identity as a lesbian on the asexual spectrum. Initially the two girls butt heads, but the tension quickly blossoms into friendship as they learn more about each other.
Insights
Plot Summary
A young woman travels to a remote estancia in rural Argentina to reconnect with her estranged mother. Upon arrival, she uncovers disturbing secrets about her family's past and finds herself drawn into a web of suspense and psychological tension. The idyllic setting gradually reveals a darker undercurrent as she confronts uncomfortable truths and navigates a complex relationship with her mother.
Critical Reception
Thanks to Her received generally positive reviews, with critics praising its atmospheric tension, strong performances, and Lerman's assured direction. Some noted its deliberate pacing, but most agreed it was a compelling psychological drama that explored themes of family, memory, and trauma effectively.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its suspenseful atmosphere and strong lead performances.
Noted for its exploration of complex mother-daughter relationships and hidden family secrets.
Some critics found the pacing a bit slow, but generally viewed it as a well-crafted thriller.
Google audience: Audience reception data for "Thanks to Her" on Google is not widely available or has not been aggregated.
Fun Fact
Director Diego Lerman chose the remote setting of an estancia to enhance the film's sense of isolation and psychological unease, creating a stark contrast between the natural beauty and the hidden family turmoil.
AI-generated overview · Verify ratings on official sources