It Snows in Benidorm ★★★★★

A trance of routinary consistency is captivating, even in the most monotonous ritual. To some, routine is life. And that’s all Peter Riodan (Timothy Spall) wanted.

The film reflects a typical life lived in isolation and lost connection with people. Its main character Peter had worked in the same place all his life yet, in the end, felt unappreciated. He remembers his brother who lives in Benidorm, to his dismay and boredom. So he flies to meet him, and the real story begins.

Pedro Almodovar may have slightly influenced the storytelling style as co-producer. The patience put in ordinary conversations make everything seem unique. It is having the absolute presence at each moment which makes it memorable. A technique I remembered when I recall his films.

It snows in Benidorm is a delightful film with an eeriness that keeps you feeling uneasy despite the romantic angle of the story. I like how the distrust and suspicion float above like the clouds in the sky- constantly there but varies. Somehow similar to how we feel about trusting ourselves and others.

Overall, a brilliant film depicting a life too busy living within the social construct, forgetting the essence of living- being present and connected to everything. An artistic approach to the philosophy of life.