Talk to Her
Talk to Her

Talk to Her

2002Movie112 minSpanish

Two men share an odd friendship while they care for two women who are both in deep comas.

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IMDb7.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes93%
Metacritic86/100
Google Users91%
Director: Pedro AlmodóvarGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

Benigno, a young nurse, becomes infatuated with Alicia, a dancer who falls into a coma. He begins visiting her regularly, talking to her and tending to her needs. Meanwhile, Marco, a writer, is mourning the end of his relationship with Lydia, a bullfighter who is also severely injured. The lives of these four individuals become intertwined in unexpected and profound ways as they navigate love, loss, and the boundaries of human connection.

Critical Reception

Talk to Her was a critical and commercial success, widely acclaimed for its sensitive portrayal of complex human emotions and its unique narrative structure. Critics praised Almodóvar's masterful direction and the film's bold exploration of themes such as communication, solitude, and empathy. It resonated with audiences for its blend of drama, humor, and pathos.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unconventional yet deeply moving story.
  • Almodóvar's sensitive direction and the compelling performances were highlighted.
  • The film's exploration of empathy and connection was seen as profoundly affecting.

Google audience: Audiences lauded the film's emotional depth and unique storytelling, with many appreciating its sensitive handling of difficult themes and its memorable characters. Some viewers found the plot unusual, but generally, the film was celebrated for its artistic merit and impact.

Awards & Accolades

Won the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay (Pedro Almodóvar) and was nominated for Best Foreign Language Film. It also won awards at the Golden Globes and BAFTAs, and numerous other international accolades.

Fun Fact

Pedro Almodóvar has stated that the inspiration for the film came from a news report he read about a young man who began a relationship with a woman in a coma.

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CinemaSerf

CinemaSerf

This is a clever exposé of how men deal with their emotions. Marco and Benigno develop a close friendship almost despite themselves - and certainly not because they actually ought to. There is "love" that is unrequited, on-the-rebound and e...
lmao7

lmao7

Now this is…really something different like the story and Benigno. I know what he did was so so wrong but I felt bad for him. Such a heartbreaking story and I love how the friendship was formed, although I really didn’t care about the write...