A Sort of Family

2017, Movie, 1h 35min

What limits does Malena cross to get what she wants most? Malena is a 38 year old middle class doctor from Buenos Aires. One afternoon she receives the call from Doctor Costas, who informs her that she must travel immediately to the north of the country: the baby she was waiting for is about to be born. Unexpectedly Malena decides to embark on an uncertain journey, full of crossroads, facing all kinds of legal and moral obstacles that will make her constantly wondering how far she is ready to go.

Country: Argentina,Brazil,Poland,France,Germany,Denmark

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6.3

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Critic Daniel Pilgaard

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Castingen er generelt eminent, og den polske fotograf Wojciech Starons stilsikre billeder glider levende sammen i klipningen.

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A Sort of Family follows the journey of Malena, a successful doctor from Buenos Aires,s who travels to the countryside to adopt a baby she has been waiting for. However, she is faced with unexpected legal and moral obstacles that challenge her beliefs and values. The film explores themes of family, identity and justice, while keeping the audience engaged with its thrilling plot and strong performances.

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You can stream A Sort of Family on: Netflix

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