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PICK OF THE WEEK

DIRECTOR: Natalie Morales

SCREENPLAY Natalie Morales, Mark Duplas

CINEMATOGRAPHER: Jenny Mackie

Stars: Natalie Morales, Mark Duplass

LOGLINE:

Internet language lessons turn into a thoughtful meditation on a remote interpersonal connection.

SYNOPSIS:

Adam (Mark Duplass) receives 100 online Spanish lessons from his husband as a surprise gift. Cariño (Natalie Morales) begins her remote language lessons with Adam. The teacher/student relationship begins to change into a friendship as tragic events and personal secrets are revealed and shared.

NOTES:

A bravura performance in filmmaking by Morales. A fascinating and touching look at human relationships through the “new normal.” Language Lessons is a high-tech, social media homage to 84 Charing Cross Road which is also about a long-distance “romance” via letters. It’s also a nod to Will & Grace with its sensitive portrayal of a gay man and straight woman developing a friendship. Mackie’s camera prevents what could have turned into a claustrophobic Zoom chat drama into an engaging array of ECU’s, mid-range shots, and mobile outdoor scenes Good character arcs. Pitch perfect performances by Morales and Duplass.