Lazaro's Girlfriend
Lazaro's Girlfriend

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Lazaro's Girlfriend

2002
Movie
97 min
Spanish

Lazarus is a Cuban appeal that makes a living in Madrid. When his girlfriend Dolores travels from Cuba to Spain to live with him, he is in prison for kidnapping and attempted rape. Dolores tries to survive with a broken heart, but his sympathy and sensuality will make adjusting to life in Madrid and try to exceed the Lazarus drug addiction.

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: Miguel HermosoGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

A young man named Lázaro falls deeply in love with a woman named Clara, who seems to have a troubled past. As their relationship deepens, Lázaro becomes increasingly entangled in Clara's complicated life, facing difficult choices and emotional turmoil. The film explores themes of love, obsession, and the consequences of hidden secrets.

Critical Reception

Lazaro's Girlfriend received a mixed reception from critics, with some praising its emotional intensity and performances, while others found its narrative predictable and its exploration of complex themes somewhat superficial. Audiences were generally divided, with some resonating with the intense emotional core of the story and others finding it melodramatic.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for the strong performances of its lead actors, particularly Fede Martínez.

  • Criticized for a narrative that, while emotionally charged, occasionally treads familiar dramatic territory.

  • Some reviewers noted the film's atmospheric direction and its attempt to delve into darker psychological themes.

Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for Lazaro's Girlfriend is not readily available. Public discourse suggests a varied audience response, with some viewers appreciating the dramatic performances and intense storyline, while others found the film's plot to be somewhat conventional.

Fun Fact

The film is based on the novel of the same name by acclaimed Spanish author Manuel Vicent.

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