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Valentin (DVD, 2004)

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This heart-warmer concerns precocious eight-year-old Valentin (Rodrigo Noya), who lives alone with his grandmother in Buenos Aires in the early 1960s. Longing to be reunited with his absentee mom, Valentin lives with his eccentric grandma (long-time Almodovar star Carmen Maura) and deals with the occasional visits from his reprobate father (director Alejandro Agresti). For solace, Valentin visits a kindly musician (Mex Uritzberea) who urges the boy to hang on to his dream of becoming Argentina's first astronaut. Valentin also develops a bond with Leticia (Juliete Cardinali), one of his dad's young girlfriends. Noya plays his role like a pint-sized blend of Woody Allen, Nanni Moretti, and Audrey Tatou (AMELIE), replete with poignant optimism, wry commentary, and a cupid-like need to play matchmaker for the nicer adults in his life. As engaging as he is, the film gets stolen by the wonderful Cardinali (a TV star in Argentina) who radiates angelic warmth in her too-few scenes. Agresti suffuses the film with well-observed period detail that only hints at the political turmoil of the time (Argentina was in the grip of the infamous "reign of terror" throughout the '60s and '70s). VALENTIN is one of those films that manages to win a viewer's heart without pulling any harsh reality punches.

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UPC0786936258820

eBay Product ID (ePID)44153924

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ActorRodrigo Noya

RatingPG-13

Movie/TV TitleValentin

DirectorAlejandro Agresti

FormatDVD

Release Year2004

GenreForeign Language

Sub-GenreSpanish

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Number of Discs1

Country/Region of ManufactureArgentina

Leading RoleRodrigo Noya

Film CountryArgentina

Release Date20041012

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by kadee20
09 Apr, 2016
Very heartwarming movie!!!
This little boy has grit, determination, charm and a very special heart. He makes one know that even if it seems that circumstances in life determine our fate, we have the ability to make the very best out of any situation!! His strength of character, honesty, and acceptance in caring about all people he knew makes this a dear and heartwarming movie!! Smiles, a few tears, and warm feelings in watching this little boy make thoughtful and strategic decisions that bring his survival to the very happy and loving place in life that his instinct and wisdom led him to in his journey!!
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