A House on Fire

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Jaume E Very shocking film with moments of almost terror due to the distressing events. Nobody gets saved, Nobody? We'll see. It makes you always alert and attentive to all the details because no one is predictable. After watching the film you have a great opportunity to discuss it. Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 07/02/25 Full Review Grayson S Unique story and concept with a great cast and incredible acting. Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 03/30/25 Full Review Graeme W A really funny film also suspenseful and tragic. The ‘sciatica’ scene, the condom scene and the skydiving scene are hilarious. I expect this will be remade in English to reach a bigger audience Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 03/23/25 Full Review Marco L (CASTELLANO) Una propuesta afilada y retorcida que juega con la comedia negra y el drama familiar en una historia donde el caos se convierte en el verdadero protagonista. La dirección de Dani de la Orden orquesta con precisión un guion que se apoya en giros inesperados y en un reparto en estado de gracia, liderado por una magnífica Emma Vilarasau, capaz de sostener la película con su sola presencia. La puesta en escena es elegante y medida, con un ritmo que se va enredando conforme avanza la historia, manteniendo el interés sin perder de vista el tono irónico y mordaz. Los diálogos afilados y la interacción entre los personajes construyen una tensión constante que se equilibra con momentos de humor inteligente, en un juego narrativo que nunca subestima al espectador. Si bien en algunos momentos el guion parece tomarse respiros que diluyen parte de su impacto inicial, la película se recupera con fuerza gracias a la solidez de sus intérpretes y su capacidad para sostener la intriga y la sátira sin perder autenticidad. La combinación de drama y comedia está bien dosificada, permitiendo que cada giro de la historia sorprenda sin forzar la credibilidad del relato. Con un enfoque que recuerda a los grandes relatos de enredos familiares, pero con un tono mucho más oscuro y corrosivo, Casa en flames se presenta como una obra certera, que sabe lo que quiere contar y lo hace con estilo y personalidad. Un entretenimiento de gran nivel que deja huella, tanto por sus interpretaciones como por la agudeza con la que retrata sus temas. (ENGLISH) A sharp and twisted film that blends dark comedy and family drama, turning chaos into its true protagonist. Dani de la Orden masterfully orchestrates a screenplay full of unexpected twists, with a cast at the top of their game, led by a brilliant Emma Vilarasau, whose presence alone is enough to carry the film. The direction is elegant and precise, with a rhythm that grows increasingly tangled as the story progresses, maintaining interest while preserving its ironic and biting tone. The sharp dialogues and the interplay between characters build constant tension, balanced by moments of clever humor in a narrative that never underestimates the audience. While the script occasionally takes breathers that slightly dilute its initial impact, the film quickly regains its footing, thanks to the strength of its performances and its ability to sustain intrigue and satire without losing authenticity. The mix of drama and comedy is well-calibrated, allowing each twist to surprise without straining credibility. Reminiscent of classic family entanglement stories but with a much darker and more biting edge, Casa en flames stands out as a precise and confident film that knows exactly what it wants to say and does so with style and personality. A highly engaging piece that leaves a lasting impression, both for its performances and for the sharpness with which it tackles its themes. Rated 4.5/5 Stars •  Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 01/30/25 Full Review Jordi V Brilliant script that develops family conflict into an infinite number of layers. An immeasurable amount of truth in the interpretation of Emma Vilarasau and the rest of the cast. Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 09/08/24 Full Review Read all reviews

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