Malta

The comparison to Fleabag is meant in the best possible way. Malta (2024) is modern, deeply human, and unapologetically feminine. While it may not fit neatly into the comedy genre, it borrows from that same vein of discomfort that arises when one refuses (or is unable) to confront the inevitable challenges lurking beneath the surface. The film masterfully captures the tension of unresolved emotions and unspoken truths, which simmer throughout the narrative, always threatening to erupt. It's this rawness and vulnerability that make the protagonist so relatable, echoing the same magnetic yet flawed energy that made Fleabag such a cultural phenomenon.

What sets Malta apart, however, is its unique cultural perspective, rooted in the Colombian experience. The film delves into themes of identity, family, and societal expectations, all while maintaining a sharp, introspective tone. The protagonist's struggles feel universal yet deeply personal, as she navigates a world that demands perfection while she grapples with her own imperfections. The storytelling is layered, with moments of quiet introspection punctuated by bursts of emotional intensity. It's a film that doesn't shy away from the messiness of life, embracing it instead as a source of both pain and beauty. Malta is a testament to the power of storytelling that is both intimate and expansive, offering a fresh voice in contemporary cinema.

I thought perhaps going to the movies on a Sunday afternoon to watch this film, was not going to be anything far than this. It caught me, and touched my feelings in such a way that Indid not imagine. Being the first movie this female is directing, it went real far. I díd cry in a particular escene, given the human aspect it did touch in such magnificent manner. Very human. Very contemporary type of drama. Very real. Grecas acting form most of the actors...and the simplicity of all the context in which the trama is developed, makes it even more captivating. Interesting film, from the beggining, till the end!

The film follows Mariana's life for a few days and we see her family struggles, work struggles and relationship struggles. But overall it's hopeful and not miserable. Also, she dreams of going to Malta, although the closest she gets in the film is meeting a man who comes from there.

Overall it's an engaging piece of work.

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