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In the halcyon days of high school, four friends - Marina, Adán, Mimí, and Ignacio, found unity in the shared secrets, playful bullying, and unspoken love. Marina harbored a secret adoration for Ignacio, while Adán relentlessly teased Mimi, adding to the complex tapestry of their youthful camaraderie. As they navigated through adolescence, they each harbored dreams of fame, success, and everlasting love, a beacon of hope that adulthood was a promised land of fulfilled desires.
Years later, on the precipice of their thirties, they reunite at their high school reunion, confronting the ghosts of their past and the harsh realities of their present. The dreams of their youth have been replaced by the bitter taste of unfulfilled promises, leaving them grappling with existential questions: Who have they become? What should they do with the remnants of their lives? Where did those dreams of youthful optimism vanish?
As they navigate through this labyrinth of self-doubt, they stumble upon an eclectic mix of experiences: revenge and romance, midnight serenades and hit-and-run accidents, collapsing buildings and vodka-induced confessions. They encounter flight attendants, psycho bees and even a dead cat, all while devouring Cheetos and Twinkies, symbols of their lost innocence. Amidst this chaos, they discover the potent power of true love, the beauty of a perfect kiss and the wistful charm of a butterfly.
This bitter-sweet comedy, "Personal Effects", is a poignant exploration of coming-of-age, a darkly humorous journey where the four friends attempt to salvage their dreams, regain their lost vitality and find an antidote to their shared disillusionment before the sands of time slip through their fingers. The narrative brilliantly illustrates that the journey of life is peppered with side effects, forging a path that is as unpredictable as it is unforgettable.
Where to watch Personal Effects?
Personal Effects is a comedy movie featuring Marina de Tavira and directed by Issa López.
It is possible to buy Personal Effects on Amazon Video.