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Ali

2012Movie1 h 28 min

Drama
54
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb6.0

A melancholic, slow-burning drama movie about everyday modern life and the mind, with standout performances.

Good for friends night · teens · thought-provoking

Skip it if you want fast pacing

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Not for laughs, scares or warmth.

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Story

In a role reversal that is challenging for any young adult, Ali has become a caretaker to her mother’s delicate mental health. Scarred by the past, she chain smokes, refuses to learn to drive, and is terrified of falling in love. Ali spends her days working in a supermarket and the rest of her time off on misadventures with her friend. But when she meets Julio, her tough veneer starts to crack and she may have to amend her strict rules of non-engagement.

Feels like

  • Indie Drama
  • Emotional Realism
  • Complex Relationships
  • Melancholic Tone
  • Character Study
  • Nuanced Performance
  • Quiet Intensity
  • Modern Romance
  • Psychological Depth
  • Atmospheric Storytelling

Cast

4 of 4

Crew

Directed by
Paco R. Baños
Written by
Rafael Cobos, Paco R. Baños
Music by
Julio de la Rosa

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Facts

March 25, 2012 · 1 h 28 min · Sexual Content, Strong Language

Released
March 25, 2012
Runtime
1 h 28 min
Content
Sexual Content, Strong Language
Genres
Drama
Original language
Spanish
Made in
Spain
Available in
22 countries

Tropes

Shell-Shock Silence, Dies Wide Open, Mythology Gag +9

  • Shell-Shock Silence
  • Dies Wide Open
  • Mythology Gag
  • The Dreaded
  • A Minor Kidroduction
  • Mononymous Biopic Title
  • Badass Boast
  • Earn Your Happy Ending
  • Aborted Arc
  • Team Power Walk
  • Big "WHAT?!"
  • The Pirates Who Don't Do Anything

12 of 31 tropes. From TV Tropes.

Q&A

6 questions, like "Where can I stream Ali?"

Questions about Ali

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Ali?

It streams in 22 other countries, but not in the United States.

Is Ali worth watching?

54
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 54 (IMDb 6).

Is Ali plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (8 of 10) and pathos (7 of 10) more than on its plot.

Is Ali good for date night?

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It suits a quiet night in as a couple: romance is 6 of 10, but the viewing guide doesn't list it for date night.

Is Ali in English?

Spanish

No, it was made in Spanish.

What tropes does Ali use?

Shell-Shock SilenceDies Wide OpenMythology GagThe DreadedA Minor KidroductionMononymous Biopic TitleBadass BoastEarn Your Happy EndingAborted ArcTeam Power WalkBig "WHAT?!"The Pirates Who Don't Do Anythingand 19 more

TV Tropes lists 31 tropes for it, including Shell-Shock Silence, Dies Wide Open, and Mythology Gag.