Olmo

From the director who received Best Director at San Sebastián; and FIPRESCI Prize at Berlin, Olmo is a must‑watch for its tender, realistic portrayal of adolescence shaped by responsibility, not rebellion. Fernando Eimbcke blends quiet humor with emotional depth, capturing small, meaningful moments. Its understated storytelling, authentic performances, and humane perspective make it a deeply relatable film that lingers long after it ends truly.

1979, New Mexico, USA. Olmo is stuck. Today is his turn to take care of his sick father even though he is only 14-years-old and would much rather be hanging out with his best friend, Miguel. But when he gets invited to a party by his beautiful neighbor, Nina, he will do whatever he can to get out of his duties, embarking on a journey of mischief and chaos. As the night unfolds, he may come to love the very place he’s spent so long trying to escape: his home.
GenresComedy, Drama
DirectorFernando Eimbcke
CastAivan Uttapa, Melanie Frometa, Diego Olmedo, Rosa Armendariz, Gustavo Sánchez Parra, Andrea Suarez Paz
LanguageEnglish
SubtitlesEnglish
Runtime84 mins
Available1 Nov 2026
TerritoriesWorldwide

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