
Once Upon a Time in Euskadi
Directed by Manu Gómez
Produced by La Canica Films, TVE
A coming-of-age drama set in 1980s Basque Country that weaves teenage friendship and summer freedom against the backdrop of political violence and mortality.
Basque Country, Spain, 1985. Four teenage friends must face life and death, social upheaval and political violence as they try to enjoy their summer vacation.
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Is Once Upon a Time in Euskadi sad? Yes. More sad than 82% of films.
Is Once Upon a Time in Euskadi scary? Somewhat. More frightening than 72% of films.
Is Once Upon a Time in Euskadi easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 60% of films.
Is Once Upon a Time in Euskadi violent? Somewhat. More violent than 59% of films.
Does Once Upon a Time in Euskadi end with hope? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Like Once Upon a Time in Euskadi
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
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Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
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Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Once Upon a Time in Euskadi, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Once Upon a Time in Euskadi, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.

























































