Desire

About This Movie

Desire (2017) dives into the complicated dynamics of sisterly relationships and the entanglements they can bring. Lucía and Ofelia’s reunion is charged with a tension that feels almost palpable; the atmosphere is thick with unresolved feelings and past grievances. The pacing hovers in that sweet spot between languid and tense, drawing you into their world. When Juan enters the picture, a whole new layer of desire and confusion unfolds, creating a sort of electric energy. The performances are nuanced, capturing the subtleties of attraction and betrayal with a rawness that’s hard to shake. It’s really fascinating how the film captures those fleeting moments of connection and disconnection—just when you think you understand them, something shifts. A solid exploration of the complexities of love.

Strong themes of familial conflict and romanceNoteworthy performances that capture subtle emotionsAtmospheric pacing that enhances the narrative tension