
The Lighthouse of the Orcas
A place to dream
Directed by Gerardo Olivares
Produced by Wanda Visión, Cinemanía
A tender, nature-infused drama about a mother's devotion to reaching her autistic son through the transformative power of wild orcas and human connection in Patagonia.
A mother travels to Patagonia with her autistic son with the hope that a ranger and a pod of wild orcas can help him find an emotional connection.
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Does The Lighthouse of the Orcas end with hope? Yes, very. More hopeful than 92% of films.
Is The Lighthouse of the Orcas easy watching? Yes. More comforting than 88% of films.
Is The Lighthouse of the Orcas scary? Barely. Less frightening than 84% of films.
Is The Lighthouse of the Orcas violent? Barely. Less violent than 76% of films.
Is The Lighthouse of the Orcas sad? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Like The Lighthouse of the Orcas
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as The Lighthouse of the Orcas
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like The Lighthouse of the Orcas, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like The Lighthouse of the Orcas, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like The Lighthouse of the Orcas, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
























































