Bitter Christmas
Seen it?2026 | 111 min | Drama, Comedy
Sunday Safe Betearly ratingWhy it’s a Sunday Safe Bet
It earned strong reviews (87% on Rotten Tomatoes), though it had a box office loss and a lukewarm 6.2 out of 10 from audiences. A safe bet when you want something reliable.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for anyone who wants a laugh. Critics rate it higher than audiences do, so it rewards patience more than it chases thrills.
- The mood
- Darkly funny, emotional (bring tissues).
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 51 min.
- What might put you off
- Rated R: meant for adults.
- It's in Spanish, so expect subtitles (or a dub).
- Audiences were cooler on it than critics.
During a long December holiday weekend, a woman, whose mother has recently died, throws herself into work as a form of escape. Her relentless pace is interrupted when a panic attack forces her to take a break.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsStrong
87% on Rotten Tomatoes
- AudiencesBelow par
6.2 out of 10
- AwardsNot counted
Award season hasn't happened yet, so this isn't counted
- Box office & staying powerWeak
$6 million worldwide on a $12 million budget
- Buzz & cultural impactBelow par
Not enough engagement data yet
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Cast & crew
Directed by Pedro Almodóvar
- Bárbara LennieElsa Rosado
- Leonardo SbaragliaRaúl Durán
- Aitana Sánchez-GijónMónica
- Victoria LuengoPatricia
- Patrick CriadoBonifacio
- Milena SmitNatalia
- Quim GutiérrezSanti
- Rossy de PalmaGabriela
- Carmen MachiMédica
- Diogo BelizarioCliente de la terraza