Fire Will Come

A man, known for setting a fire in his village, returns after serving his sentence. He attempts to reintegrate into his former life and rebuild his home, but the shadow of his past actions looms large. The film explores themes of nature, humanity, and the consequences of our actions within a rural Galician landscape.

Fire Will Come was lauded for its striking visual style and its meditative, almost documentary-like approach to its subject matter. Critics praised Oliver Laxe's assured direction and the film's evocative portrayal of the Galician countryside and its inhabitants. While some found its pacing deliberate, the consensus was that it was a powerful and haunting cinematic experience.

• Visually stunning with a powerful, naturalistic aesthetic.

• A slow-burn, contemplative exploration of human-nature relationship.

• Amador Arias delivers a compelling, understated performance.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's unique visual style and its exploration of environmental themes. Some viewers found the deliberate pacing challenging, while others were captivated by its atmospheric and meditative qualities.

Special Jury Prize (Screenwriting) at the San Sebastián International Film Festival.

The film was shot over the course of two years, allowing the filmmakers to capture the changing seasons and the natural environment in authentic detail.