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Sunday's Illness

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2018 | 113 min | Drama

Sunday Safe Betearly rating

Why it’s a Sunday Safe Bet

It earned strong reviews (89% 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
Made for anyone who loves a strong drama. Critics rate it higher than audiences do, so it rewards patience more than it chases thrills.
The mood
Thoughtful and character-driven.
The pace
Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 53 min.
What might put you off
  • Rated PG-13. Probably too much for younger kids.
  • It's in Spanish, so expect subtitles (or a dub).
  • Audiences were cooler on it than critics.

Annabel is a successful businesswoman with a wealthy husband. At a reception in her villa she meets a woman, a member of the catering staff who has been hired for the evening. This woman is none other than her own daughter Chiara, whom she had left over thirty years ago. Chiara was just eight years old at the time. She now approaches her mother with an unusual request: to spend ten days together with her.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsStrong

    89% on Rotten Tomatoes

  • AudiencesSolid

    6.6 out of 10

  • AwardsBelow par

    2 wins and 3 nominations from smaller awards and festivals

  • Reach & staying powerWeak

    Streaming release that reached a small audience so far; interest faded quickly after launch

  • Buzz & cultural impactWeak

    About 5K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by Ramón Salazar

  • Bárbara LennieChiara
  • Susi SánchezAnabel
  • Greta FernándezGreta
  • Miguel Ángel SoláBernabé
  • Richard BohringerMatthieu
  • Bruna GonzálezChiara Niña
  • David KammenosMatthieu Joven
  • Ima RanedoSeñora Cena
  • Mònica van CampenMujer Cena
  • Fred AdenisTobías