"Tótem: A Mexican Family Drama Embracing Life and Death"
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Tótem, a radiant Mexican film by Lila Avilés, portrays the tango between life and death through the lens of a 7-year-old girl, Sol, as her family prepares for a birthday party while her father battles a terminal illness. The film captures the lively chaos and intimacy of Mexican family life, offering a touching portrayal of human connection amidst the looming presence of death. Through delicate storytelling and luminous camerawork, Tótem explores the complexity of emotions and the fleeting moments of life, ultimately delivering a poignant reflection on the thrilling and chilling polarity of being alive.
- 'Tótem' review: This Mexican family drama about death ends up being about life NPR
- 'Tótem' Review: The Girl Who Sees Too Much The New York Times
- Is 'Tótem' Streaming on Netflix or Prime Video? Decider
- Movie Review: 'Tótem' is a masterful child's-eye view of family and death The Independent
- 'Tótem' invites you to a family birthday party — but Death has RSVP'd, too KPBS
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