Hermia & Helena
Hermia & Helena

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Hermia & Helena

2016
Movie
87 min
Spanish

Camila, a young Argentine theater director, travels from Buenos Aires to New York to attend an artistic residency to develop a Spanish translation of Shakespeare's "A Midsummer Night's Dream." Upon her arrival, she begins to receive a series of mysterious postcards which set her down a winding path through her past and towards her future.

Insights

IMDb6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes85%
Metacritic70/100
Google Users75%
Director: Matias PiñeiroGenres: Comedy, Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

Hermia, a young theatre student in Buenos Aires, is struggling with her studies and a recent breakup. She embarks on a journey to find a legendary translator of Shakespeare, hoping to unlock deeper meanings in her work and her life. Her quest takes her through encounters with various women, each offering different perspectives and challenging her assumptions about love, art, and destiny.

Critical Reception

Hermia & Helena received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its intellectual depth, charming performances, and unique approach to classical literature within a contemporary setting. Some found its narrative structure to be deliberately meandering, while others appreciated its contemplative and philosophical nature.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its witty dialogue and exploration of female relationships.

  • Appreciated for its unique cinematic style and intellectual engagement with Shakespeare.

  • Some viewers found the non-linear narrative challenging but ultimately rewarding.

Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed the film, highlighting its thoughtful exploration of themes and strong performances. Some viewers mentioned that the film's pace and artistic style might not appeal to everyone, but many found it to be a refreshing and intelligent cinematic experience.

Fun Fact

The film's director, Matias Piñeiro, is known for his distinct style that often interweaves classical literature with contemporary life and features ensemble casts of female actors.

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