Love & Revolution" (original title: "Te estoy amando locamente") is a 2023 Spanish historical comedy-drama directed by Alejandro Marín in his feature directorial debut. The film stars Ana Wagener as Reme, a traditional mother in 1977 Seville who becomes involved in the Andalusian LGBTQ+ movement after her son Miguel, portrayed by Omar Banana, reveals his aspirations to become a singer during a time when homosexuality was criminalized in Spain.
Themes: The film explores themes of familial love, societal norms, and the fight for LGBTQ+ rights in a repressive era. It draws inspiration from the real-life Movimiento Homosexual de Acción Revolucionaria led by trans activist Mar Cambrollé.
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Critical Reception: "Love & Revolution" has received positive reviews, holding an IMDb rating of 7.1/10 based on 1.4K user ratings. Critics have praised the film for its authenticity and compelling performances, particularly highlighting Ana Wagener's portrayal of Reme. The film has been compared to British social comedies like "Pride" (2014) for its blend of humor and social commentary.
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Production: The film was produced by Escándalo Films, Escac Estudio, Zeta Cinema, Zeta Audiovisual, La Pepa Films, and Te estoy amando AIE, with participation from RTVE, Movistar Plus+, Netflix, Canal Sur Radio y Televisión, and Crea SGR. It was shot in locations including Barcelona and Seville. The budget for the film was €2.75 million.
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Distribution: Distributed by Filmax, the film was released theatrically in Spain on July 6, 2023, across 109 screens. Despite a modest promotional campaign, it grossed €67,000 in its first two days and accumulated €274,415 after three weeks.
Accolades: "Love & Revolution" received critical acclaim, securing 11 nominations at the 3rd Carmen Awards, including Best Film, Best Director for Alejandro Marín, and Best Actress for Ana Wagener. The film won 5 awards, making it one of the most recognized films at the ceremony.
Link Review: https://www.filmtotaal.nl/recensie/21512
Link to watch: https://www.justwatch.com/de/Film/te-estoy-amando-locamente (Germany), https://www.justwatch.com/es/pelicula/te-estoy-amando-locamente (Spain)
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