La familia unida esperando la llegada de Hallewyn

In this surreal (and little seen) Argentinean film, a rich upper class family's secrets are exposed during the course of an evening meal. Tensions mount as emotions run high and taboo subjects are explored such as incest and politics. As their dinner table conversation begins to escalate into physical and verbal altercations, the family awaits the arrival of a friend named Hallewyn. When the night is over, will their friend still be joining them?

Directed by Miguel Bejo, La familia unida esperando la llegada de Hallewyn leans on a strong ensemble — Osvaldo De la Vega, Judith Cingolani, Jorge Hayes — 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 1971.