Mensaje en una botella

The title cleverly unites father of lead character Denise's extensive vinyl collection and love for classic albums, with the central plot device. This is a feel good movie with twists and turns using a novel spin on the time-travel concept. Very well-acted by Luisiana Lopilato as professionally devoted sommelier, Denise, and contrasting love interests, Benjamin Amadeo as fellow oenophile Tomás Blanco and Mayan-obsessed, Chef David (Benjamin Vicuña). Director Nesci injects perfect pacing with some great comedic moments. The satisfying finale yields reconciliation without resorting to schmalz. Message in a Bottle is a genuinely well crafted gem within a well worn, often lack-lustre genre.