directed by Gerardo Olivares
This production is based on a real story and I’m glad that there are people who find such important to share. I watched it without knowing it’s inspired by a real human being and his actions and I read more about it after the projection. However, even without being aware of it, I still liked the film. Roberto Bubas (Joaquín Furriel), also called ‘Beto’, is an Argentinian ranger living on his own. His one and only love are orcas that he looks after. One day he finds a woman and a little boy at his place. Lola (Maribel Verdú) and her son Tristán (Joaquín Rapalini) come to ask for help. They saw Beto on TV and decided to pack their things and visit him. But not just because they are fans of orcas or lonely rangers. Tristán is autistic, which means he has difficulties sharing emotions. However, when he saw the man on the screen, he got excited. Lola, willing to do anything to help her son, wants Tristán to meet the orcas, which, perhaps, may facilitate his emotional expression. At first Beto isn’t very much thrilled about their company, but at some point he notices differences in the boy’s behaviour and tries to support both Lola and Tristán. There are so many beautiful elements in this story. First, we have the mother who really fights for her child’s life quality. Second, we have the boy who finds comfort not among people, but animals, which is a very interesting case to study and discuss. And third, we have Beto who also feels a strong connection with the orcas, despite not having any disorder like the boy. I mean, at some point you will learn more about them all, but I don’t want to share too much. Still, I think it’s a decent tribute to Beto and his life. Definitely inspiring.
My rating: 6.5/10
S.
I have nothing to watch 