BORN & BRED (NACIDO Y CRIADO) (2006)
A film by Pablo Trapero
The fourth film from one of the most interesting and successful of
the young directors forming the so-called “New Wave” in Argentine
Cinema, Pablo Trapero follows on from the startling El Bonarense
and the acclaimed road movie Familia Rodante with BORN AND
BRED (NACIDO Y CRIADO), a typically intimate story from an artist
fascinated by interior states of mind and exterior realities. With
stunning widescreen cinematography, an exquisite soundtrack and
excellent performances from Guillermo Pfening and Federico
Esquerro, it is Pablo Trapero’s most striking and personal film to
date.
Santiago (Guillermo Pfening) isa successful interior designer,
husband to Milli (Martina Gusman) and loving father to daughter,
Josefina (Victoria Vescio). His translucent veneer of urban
contentment in Buenos Aires is torn away when tragedy strikes
unexpectedly. Re-appearing in the frozen landscapes of Patagonia,
and changed beyond recognition, Santiago begins a self-imposed
penance in a wilderness of outsiders. Yet great camaraderie and warm humour characterise the
friendships formed, bringing hope to the torments of Santi’s unalterable past.
"intelligent, deeply involving... completely
Peter Bradshaw, THE GUARDIAN
enfolds you." 4 STARS
"a master... on a par with Antonioni and Herzog" 4
EMPIRE
STARS
"A winter's tale with a
Latin beauty all of its own... beautifully shot and controlled...
a real pleasure to watch." 4 STARS
Derek Malcolm, EVENING STANDARD
"impressive" 4 STARS
TOTAL FILM
"sublime"
TIME OUT
OFFICIAL SELECTION - IN COMPETITION - Toronto Film Festival 2006
OFFICIAL SELECTION - IN COMPETITION - Rome Film Festival 2006
Bonus Features:
• Interview with director Pablo Trapero
• “The Making of Born and Bred”
• Stills Gallery
Certificate: 15
Running Time: 100 minutes
Aspect Ratio: 1.78:1 anamorphic
Audio: Dolby Stereo
Country: Argentina / UK / Italy
Language: Spanish with optional English subtitles
Genre: Drama
Region: 2
Cat. No: AXM565
Barcode: 5060126870142