Cumpleañero (2022)
Release Year: 2022
Nation: Panama
Alternative Title: Birthday Boy
Director: Arturo Montenegro, Diego Arrue
Writer: Amit Nathani, Andry J. Barrientos, Arturo Montenegro
Production & Genre
Producer: Producer: Andry J. Barrientos
Co_Producer: Richard A. Banz
Budget: N/A
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Keywords
Keywords: birthday, dying with dignity, euthanasia, freedom, friendship, panama, respect, skinny dipping, suicide
Story
Cumpleañero centers around Jimmy's 45th birthday celebration at a beach house with his closest friends. Initially, the weekend appears filled with fun, excess, and camaraderie. However, Jimmy's confession that he wants to end his life before the party is over interrupts their revelry. The film then explores how this revelation affects Jimmy's relationships with his friends and their reactions to his decision.
Summary
'Cumpleañero' (2022), directed by Arturo Montenegro and Diego Arrue, is a Panamanian drama-thriller that delves into themes of friendship, freedom, and the right to die with dignity. Set against the backdrop of Jimmy's birthday celebration, the film takes an unexpected turn when he announces his intention to end his life before the weekend ends. This revelation serves as a catalyst for exploring complex emotions and moral dilemmas among Jimmy's friends.
