Movie spotlight
El beso de Dios
A dazzling journey through the biblical meaning of sacrifice -from Creation to us- accompanied by luxury hosts: Eduardo Verástegui, best-selling author Scott Hahn, two-time Formula 1 champion Emerson Fittipaldi, the Barabbas of The Passion of Christ Pietro Sarubbi, Raniero Cantalamessa... and by young people 'kissed' by God. With incredible images of the nature of Brazil and Iceland; shot in Playa de las Catedrales (Lugo) and Matera (Italy).
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Plot Summary
The film tells the story of a promising young boxer from a humble background whose dreams of glory are threatened by a devastating accident. Faced with the loss of his career, he must find a new path and a reason to fight outside the ring.
Critical Reception
El beso de Dios received mixed to positive reviews, with praise for its emotional depth and lead performance, though some critics noted pacing issues. Audiences generally connected with the film's underdog narrative and its exploration of resilience.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its poignant portrayal of overcoming adversity.
The lead actor's performance was frequently highlighted as a strong point.
Some reviewers found the narrative arc to be somewhat predictable.
Google audience: Audience reception information is not readily available.
Fun Fact
The film features actual boxers in some of its fighting scenes, adding a layer of authenticity to the sport's depiction.
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