Father on Fire

If life already feels too big for Javier, let alone death—his father’s death, in particular. Even more when, to carry out his father’s last wishes, he must face the most atrocious opposition: his mother. Clearing the unfinished business quietly may seem tempting, but the fallout from dodging it will blow up in his face when he least expects it.

Directed by Rafa Piqueras, Father on Fire leans on a strong ensemble — Víctor Palmero, Empar Ferrer, Mireia Pérez — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.

The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about comedy titles of 0.