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Alma Viva
Like every summer, little Salomé returns to her family village nestled in the Portuguese mountains for the holidays. As the vacations begin in a carefree atmosphere, her beloved grandmother suddenly dies. While the adults are tearing each other apart over the funeral, Salomé is haunted by the spirit of the one who was considered a witch.
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Plot Summary
A young girl named Salomé, during a family gathering in a remote Corsican village, finds herself in a magical encounter with the spirit of her deceased grandmother. Guided by this spectral presence, Salomé embarks on a mysterious journey that blurs the lines between reality and the supernatural. As she navigates this extraordinary experience, she uncovers hidden family secrets and confronts her own burgeoning understanding of life, death, and the unseen world.
Critical Reception
Alma Viva received a generally positive reception, with critics praising its atmospheric visuals, unique blend of magical realism, and strong emotional core. The film was particularly noted for its exploration of grief, memory, and the intergenerational bonds within a family, though some found its pacing occasionally uneven.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its visually striking and dreamlike atmosphere.
Applauded for its sensitive portrayal of grief and familial connections.
Noted for its imaginative use of magical realism to explore complex themes.
Google audience: Audience reviews for Alma Viva highlight its beautiful cinematography and its poignant emotional resonance. Many viewers connected with the film's exploration of memory and the supernatural, finding it a moving and thought-provoking experience.
Fun Fact
The film is the debut feature for director Cristèle Alves Meira, drawing inspiration from her own Corsican heritage and childhood memories.
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