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A House on Fire

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Montse is thrilled about the weekend she gets to spend with the whole family at her house on the Costa Brava. Her divorce was long ago, her ex has a new partner, and her children are all grown up with lives of their own. No one pays much attention to her. But nothing and no one will put a damper on her excitement. She's been dreaming of this moment for too long. The weekend will be perfect... even if she has to burn everything to the ground to make it so.

Critics Reviews

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Carla Monfort Espinof A House on Fire is a merciless family drama, full of black comedy and characters that portray themselves. [Full review in Spanish] Rated: 4/5 Nov 6, 2024 Full Review Elsa Fernández-Santos El Pais (Spain) A House on Fire doesn't apare anyone, starting with the mother figure. [Full review in Spanish] Jul 3, 2024 Full Review Beatriz Martínez Fotogramas A dissection of modern dynamics in which laughter and self-criticism are perfectly combined in an impeccable exercise of contemporary vaudeville. [Full review in Spanish] Rated: 4/5 Jul 3, 2024 Full Review Luis Martínez El Mundo (Spain) A portrait of the Catalan bourgeoisie that is both exaggerated and unsuccessful, somewhere between comedy and tragedy. [Full review in Spanish] Rated: 2/5 Jul 1, 2024 Full Review Javier Ocaña Cinemanía (Spain) A dramatic comedy about family shock therapy with an elegant staging and a plot that loses steam at the end. [Full review in Spanish] Rated: 3/5 Jun 26, 2024 Full Review Jonathan Holland Screen International A film about the damage that can be wrought on a mother by a lifetime of filial ingratitude. Apr 23, 2024 Full Review Read all reviews

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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 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 out of 5 stars 09/08/24 Full Review Read all reviews
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Movie Info

Synopsis Montse is thrilled about the weekend she gets to spend with the whole family at her house on the Costa Brava. Her divorce was long ago, her ex has a new partner, and her children are all grown up with lives of their own. No one pays much attention to her. But nothing and no one will put a damper on her excitement. She's been dreaming of this moment for too long. The weekend will be perfect... even if she has to burn everything to the ground to make it so.
Director
Dani de la Órden
Producer
Toni Carrizosa, Alberto Aranda, Ana Eiras, Jaime Ortiz de Artiñano, Kike Maíllo, Dani de la Órden, Bernat Saumell
Screenwriter
Eduard Sola
Production Co
Sábado Películas, Atresmedia Cine, Playtime Movies, 3Cat, ElioFilm
Genre
Comedy, Drama
Original Language
Catalan
Runtime
1h 45m