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Southern Star

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2013 | 111 min | Drama

Sunday Safe Betearly rating

Why it’s a Sunday Safe Bet

It was a box office smash, though it had 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
A natural pick for anyone who likes a story with emotional weight. 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 51 min.
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.

A group of teenagers have to struggle against their social environment, looking for a better future and the chance to go to the sea.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsNot counted

    Not enough reviews on record yet

  • AudiencesNot counted

    Not measured yet: not enough ratings

  • AwardsNot counted

    No major awards or nominations

  • Reach & staying powerVery strong

    Streaming release that reached a small audience so far; still draws a steady audience long after release

  • Buzz & cultural impactWeak

    About 383 people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by Gabriel González Rodríguez

  • Carolina GaleanoMónica
  • Paola Guarnizo
  • Alejandro PrietoWilson
  • Julieth RestrepoSoraya
  • Biassini SeguraGerson
  • David TrejosAntonio