What We Wanted

About This Movie

What We Wanted dives into the raw emotions of longing and heartache. Alice and Niklas, a couple navigating the choppy waters of infertility, find themselves in Sardinia, seeking solace but encountering the picture-perfect family from Austria. The film captures that poignant contrast between aspiration and reality, with an atmosphere that feels both intimate and sprawling. The pacing is deliberate, allowing the viewer to linger on the couple's internal struggles. Performances are understated but powerful, conveying the weight of their desires without resorting to melodrama. Practical effects play a subtle role, enhancing the authenticity of their journey. It’s a quiet exploration of dreams versus reality, leaving a lingering impact long after the credits roll.

Themes of infertility and longingIntimate character studyExplores contrasts between desire and reality