Abuelas (2011)

In a small apartment in Buenos Aires, an old woman eagerly awaits the birth of her grandchild and all the joys of becoming a grandmother. However, horrific circumstances mean that she will ... See full summary »

Director:

Afarin Eghbal

Writers:

Afarin Eghbal, Francesca Gardiner

Stars:

Alexia James, Joy McBrinn, Geraldine McEwan

Nominated for 1 BAFTA Film Award. Another 4 wins & 4 nominations.

Cast

Credited cast:
Alexia James	...	Little Girl
Joy McBrinn	...	Abuela
Geraldine McEwan	...	Abuela (voice)
Lukasz Platkowski	...	Tango Dancer
Jenney Surelia	...	Tango Dancer

Storyline

In a small apartment in Buenos Aires, an old woman eagerly awaits the birth of her grandchild and all the joys of becoming a grandmother. However, horrific circumstances mean that she will be forced to wait for over 30 years. Using real-life testimonials this animated documentary raises issues of memory, repression and loss.

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Taglines:

Never Again!

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Genres:

Documentary | Animation | Short

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User Reviews

A sad story with every day objects

This is a story told several times before by different tellers. However it achieves a different level through really saddening narrative and using very simple objects like toys or picture frame to help you understand the consequences.

It's a shame that the world is a place full of stories like this however it's fortunate there are people who are willing to tell them to honour the loved ones.

Narrative is in Spanish with a voice over in English - which makes it more effective than using subtitles.

Nominated for short film reward in Bafta but not won it. Still it's powerful and sad.

Details

Country:

UK

Language:

English Spanish

Release Date:

21 June 2012 (USA)

Company Credits

Production Co:

National Film and Television School (NFTS)

Technical Specs

Sound Mix:

Dolby Digital

Color:

Color