Oliver's Universe
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Oliver's Universe

5.9 / 10 2022 1h 49mNR Spanish
Drama

Storyline

The year is 1985. Oliver, a boy with an overflowing imagination, moves with his family to the southernmost corner of Europe, just as Halley's Comet is about to pass by. These events will mark a before and after in the emotional life of Óliver, who will look to the stars for the solution to his problems in the new school, in the neighborhood and at home. To make matters worse, his grandfather, nicknamed "el majara" is encouraged to help him interpret the comet's message and take a step forward in his new Universe.

Cast & Crew

Rubén Fulgencio

Rubén Fulgencio

Óliver

Lead
Salva Reina

Salva Reina

Miguel

María León

María León

Carmela

Pedro Casablanc

Pedro Casablanc

Gabriel

Mara Guil

Mara Guil

Toñi

LB

Luna Berroa

Irene

RC

Roberto Campillo

Adrián

SR

Sergio Ramos

Jon

What People Are Saying

3.0
A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Alexis Morante's vision lands with breathtaking precision.
Manohla Dargis, The New York Times
3.0
Every frame feels alive. Oliver's Universe is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.
Anthony Lane, The New Yorker