Carícies (1998)
Release Year: 1998
Nation: Spain
Alternative Title: Caresses, Pieszczoty
Director: Ventura Pons
Writer: Sergi Belbel, Ventura Pons
Production & Genre
Producer: N/A
Companies: Els Films de la Rambla S.A., Generalitat de Catalunya - Departament de Cultura, TV3
Budget: N/A
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Keywords
Keywords: barcelona, spain, multiple storylines
Story
In 'Carícies', eleven interconnected stories unfold across a single night in Barcelona towards the end of the millennium, each focusing on challenging relationships and intense emotions. The narrative begins with a young couple whose communication has broken down, leading to tension between them. Meanwhile, a woman visits her elderly mother who lives with an old lesbian, reconnecting with her brother who she had seduced his wife years ago. A young boy attacks a homeless man, stealing his ring, and later shares a bath with his father, who is contemplating ending his relationship with his girlfriend. Throughout the film, characters carry forward into subsequent scenes, creating a chain of events that ultimately completes a full circle.
Summary
'Carícies', directed by Ventura Pons in 1998, is a Spanish comedy-drama that weaves together eleven distinct yet interconnected stories set against the backdrop of Barcelona. The film explores themes of relationships, communication, sexuality, and forgiveness through its varied narratives, showcasing the complexities of human interactions. Although classified as a comedy-drama, 'Carícies' delves into darker aspects of human nature, presenting challenging portrayals of desire, betrayal, and violence. The movie's structure, with characters carrying forward from one scene to another, creates a cohesive tapestry of stories that capture the essence of urban life in Barcelona.
