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The Window

Name: The Window
Genre: Drama
Released: 2009-03-12
Cast: Antonio Larreta, María del Carmen Jiménez, Emilse Roldán, Roberto Rovira, Carla Peterson

2009 | 85 min | Drama

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Why it’s a Sunday Safe Bet

Critics loved it (92% on Rotten Tomatoes), though it had a box office flop and almost no lasting buzz. 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: Great for people who like stories about real, flawed people. Best on a quiet night when you're in the mood to feel something.
The mood: Thoughtful and character-driven.
The pace: Gives its people room to develop, at 1 hr 25 min. An easy one to fit in on a school night.
What might put you off: It's in Spanish, so expect subtitles (or a dub).
Not the one if you want explosions or easy laughs.

It is a significant day for 80 year old Antonio. After an absence of many years, his estranged son is coming to visit. All must be perfect. There will be a toast with a very special champagne an embrace; warm words that may finally bridge the gap between them-- But before, Antonio must wait. Bedridden, he looks out his window at the Patagonian landscape and sees light and life, the past and the pr

How it earned its rating

CriticsVery strong
92% on Rotten Tomatoes
AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
Reach & staying powerWeak
Streaming release that reached a small audience so far; interest faded quickly after launch
Buzz & cultural impactWeak
About 597 people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by Carlos Sorin

Antonio LarretaAntonio
María del Carmen JiménezMaría del Carmen
Emilse RoldánEmilse
Roberto RoviraAfinador
Carla Peterson