Felices los que lloran

A wealthy couple, who have been unable to conceive, adopts a baby boy from a corrupt network of surrogacy. As the child grows, they begin to suspect that something is deeply wrong with him, leading them down a dark path of moral compromise and escalating fear. The film explores the extreme measures a couple will take to achieve parenthood and the psychological toll it takes.

Felices los que lloran (The Chosen) was generally well-received by critics for its intense psychological drama, strong performances, and unsettling themes. It was praised for its unflinching look at the darker side of the human desire for children and the ethical gray areas involved in adoption and surrogacy. However, some found the film's bleakness and disturbing subject matter challenging.

• Praised for its compelling performances, particularly from Martina Gusmán and Joaquín Furriel.

• Noted for its dark, suspenseful atmosphere and exploration of complex moral dilemmas.

• Criticized by some for its disturbing subject matter and intense psychological horror.

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Selected to compete in the Contemporary World Cinema section at the 2015 Toronto International Film Festival. Nominated for Best Film at the 2015 Mar del Plata International Film Festival.

The film's original title, 'El Patrón', was changed to 'Felices los que lloran' (Happy are those who weep) for its international release, drawing from a biblical phrase that takes on a darkly ironic meaning within the context of the film's themes.