Directed by:
Roberto SneiderCinematography:
Antonio CalvacheComposer:
Victor Hernandez StumpfhauserCast:
Gael García Bernal, Ashley Hinshaw, Jadyn Wong, Verónica Echegui, Björn Hlynur Haraldsson, Will Woytowich, Gordon Tanner, Barbara Garrick (more)Plots(1)
A young couple from Mexico City discovers that an Iowa college campus is an unlikely but idyllic place to save their troubled marriage after philandering actor Eligio (Gael García Bernal, Mozart in the Jungle; Y Tu Mamá También; Neruda, MVFF 2016) follows wife Susana (Verónica Echegui, Hunter's Prayer) to a writers' workshop in the United States. Director Roberto Sneider finds a well of humor in the clash of cultures in this nuanced romantic comedy, while Bernal is pitch-perfect, imbuing Elgio with complexity, devilish charm, and sly charisma. It is easy to see what Susana sees in her wayward spouse. As You're Killing Me, Susana shines a light on this couple's habits, it draws us into a mercurial partnership that ping pongs between simmering tension and deep passion. Sharp dialogue and Victor Hernández Stumpfhauser's evocative score further enhance this lively adaptation of a José Agustín novel. (Mill Valley Film Festival)
(more)Cast
Gael García Bernal
Mexico
Best movies:
Coco (2017)
Amores Perros (2000)
Babel (2006)
Ashley Hinshaw
USA
Best movies:
Chronicle (2012)
TalhotBlond (2012) (TV movie)
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Jadyn Wong
Best movies:
Broken Trail (2006) (TV movie)
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Verónica Echegui
Spain
Best movies:
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Björn Hlynur Haraldsson
Iceland
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Will Woytowich
Canada
Best movies:
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Gordon Tanner
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High Life (2009)
Barbara Garrick
USA
Best movies:
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The Ice Storm (1997)
The Firm (1993)
Daniel Giménez Cacho
Spain
Best movies:
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Innocent Voices (2004)
And Your Mother Too (2001)
Adam Hurtig
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Ilse Salas
Mexico
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Jeremy Walmsley
Best movies:
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Daniel Elbittar
Venezuela
Best movies:
Deserted Cities (2016)