Barcelona Summer Night
Barcelona Summer Night

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Barcelona Summer Night

2013
Movie
96 min
Catalan

In 2012 the comet Rose crossed the skies of the city of Barcelona and its magic that night caused 346 love stories flourish. An atmosphere of dreams, hopes and desire mixed to give a special connection between people. From these stories six are the stars of the film. A dinner among friends with a love of life is coupled with a first time for miles. An encounter that can change their lives and revive old ties that clash with the discovery of a baby on the way. In parallel, the struggle between friendship and love strikes the last story, a clandestine love between gay athletes who have to make a tough decision.

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IMDb5.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes56%
Metacritic55/100
Google Users68%
Director: Isabel CoixetGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

A young woman, Val, is in Barcelona for a wedding and stays with her aunt. During her stay, she encounters a mysterious and eccentric man who claims to be an alien. As they spend time together, Val grapples with her own insecurities and desires, leading to a series of unexpected and transformative experiences.

Critical Reception

Barcelona Summer Night received mixed to positive reviews, with praise for its unique premise and the performances of its lead actors, particularly Peter Dinklage. However, some critics found the narrative to be somewhat disjointed and the exploration of its themes to be uneven.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its quirky charm and imaginative storytelling.

  • Dakota Fanning and Peter Dinklage deliver compelling performances.

  • Some found the plot to be less engaging than its premise suggested.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's unconventional approach and the chemistry between the main actors, finding it a thought-provoking if slightly odd experience. Some viewers felt the ending was ambiguous, while others enjoyed the film's artistic direction.

Fun Fact

The film was originally conceived as a short film before being expanded into a feature-length movie.

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