Volver, Pedro Almodóvar, 2006. Photo: NFSA.
M | 120 Mins | 2006 | 35mm | ESP | D: Pedro Almodóvar
Spanish – English subtitles
Working-class mother Raimunda (Penélope Cruz) takes drastic action to protect her daughter after a violent and traumatic incident. As one thing leads to another, her sister, her aunt’s neighbour, and the ghost of her mother cross paths, bringing intergenerational drama and decades-old secrets to the surface.
Director Pedro Almodóvar once more uses comedy and melodrama to explore confronting themes including homicide, infidelity, sexual abuse and illness. Leading an ensemble cast, Cruz received her first Oscar nomination for her starring role.
‘A deeply entertaining experience that engages our hearts as well as our funny bones’ – Washington Post
Part of Mothers & Melodrama at NFSA Acton: a spotlight on the rich collaboration between acclaimed Spanish director Pedro Almodóvar and actor Penélope Cruz. A discounted four-film pass is available for screenings of All About My Mother (1999), Volver (2006), Parallel Mothers (2021) and I’m So Excited! (2012). Learn more
Presented on 35mm film prints from the NFSA collection.
The details
What: Volver screening
When: 7 pm, Thursday 12 September 2024
Where: Arc Cinema, NFSA Acton
Cost: $12–16 via the NFSA website (individual screening) | $42–55 Mothers & Melodrama Pass (four films) via the NFSA website
