Isabella
Isabella

Isabella

2006Movie109 minCantonese

A Macao police officer's bachelor life is interrupted by the daughter he never knew he fathered.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Matías BizeGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

The film follows Isabella, a young woman who arrives in Santiago seeking a new life and finds herself drawn into a complex relationship with an older man. As their connection deepens, Isabella grapples with her past and the uncertainties of her future. The narrative explores themes of desire, loneliness, and the search for identity in an urban landscape.

Critical Reception

Isabella received a generally positive reception, with critics often praising its intimate portrayal of its protagonist's emotional journey and its stark, realistic depiction of urban life. Some found its pacing deliberate, but many lauded its sensitive direction and strong performances, particularly from Valeria Brneró.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its sensitive and intimate character study.
  • Noted for its realistic and unvarnished depiction of urban loneliness.
  • Appreciated for a strong central performance by Valeria Brneró.

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Fun Fact

Matías Bize, the director, also directed the critically acclaimed Chilean film 'Machuca' (2004).

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