Love Can Seriously Damage Your Health
Love Can Seriously Damage Your Health

Love Can Seriously Damage Your Health

1997Movie118 minSpanish

Madrid, 1965. When The Beatles arrive in the city, Diana goes to great lengths to meet them.

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IMDb6.3/10
Director: Miguel HermosoGenres: Drama, Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

Ramón is a young, ambitious radio host who gets diagnosed with a terminal illness. Instead of succumbing to despair, he decides to live his life to the fullest, including pursuing a passionate romance with the radio station's new announcer, a woman he idolizes. His newfound zest for life, however, complicates his relationships and his pursuit of the woman he loves.

Critical Reception

The film was a modest success in Spain, praised for its unique blend of humor and drama, and for its exploration of themes related to life, death, and love. While not a major international hit, it garnered positive attention for its performances and its unconventional approach to a serious subject.

What Reviewers Say

  • Appreciated for its witty dialogue and charming performances.
  • Praised for its unconventional take on life and love.
  • Some critics found the tonal shifts between comedy and drama uneven.

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Awards & Accolades

None notable.

Fun Fact

Javier Bardem, who plays the lead, would go on to achieve international fame with roles in films like 'No Country for Old Men'.

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