I Have Electric Dreams
I Have Electric Dreams

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I Have Electric Dreams

2023
Movie
104 min
Spanish

Eva a 16-year-old girl lives with her mother, her younger sister and their cat, but wants to move in with her estranged father. Clinging onto him, she tries to balance between the tenderness and sensitivity of teenage life.

Insights

IMDb6.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes93%
Director: Valentina MaurelGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

While grappling with the complexities of adolescence, a young girl named Eva navigates a tumultuous relationship with her father, who is undergoing a divorce. As she observes her father's tumultuous new romantic life and her own burgeoning sexuality, Eva finds herself increasingly drawn into the emotional fallout of her parents' separation. The film explores themes of identity, desire, and the painful process of growing up amidst familial discord.

Critical Reception

Valentina Maurel's directorial debut was met with critical acclaim, particularly for its sensitive and nuanced portrayal of adolescent struggles and complex family dynamics. Reviewers praised its raw emotional honesty and the compelling performances of its cast, especially the young lead.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its authentic depiction of teenage angst and burgeoning sexuality.

  • Lauded for its sensitive and intimate exploration of father-daughter relationships.

  • Celebrated as a powerful and memorable directorial debut.

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Awards & Accolades

World Premiere at Locarno Film Festival (Concorso Internazionale), where it won the Leopard for Best Actor (for Daniela Santiago in a non-main cast role) and a Special Jury Prize. Also won Best Film and Best Director at the San Sebastián International Film Festival.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on 35mm film, contributing to its distinct visual texture and nostalgic feel.

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