Unconscious (2006)

Joaqu&#237n Oristrell abandons his usual contemporary urban comedies to write and direct this delightful period comedy that questions sexual taboos in Barcelona in the early 20th century. With the beginnings of psychoanalysis and a visit from Freud as leit-motiv and background, brother and sister-in-law Salvador and Alma get involved in a search for her suddenly missing husband and a Sherlock Holmes kind of adventure, where hypnosis, love, danger, and every imaginable taboo are all intertwined.

Leonor Watling (Bad Education) is simply outstanding as nine-months pregnant Alma, a neurotic yet lovable character that lets Watling show her great skill as a comedienne. In his first truly comedic role, Luis Tosar confirms himself as one of Spain's greatest actors. The couple's terrific chemistry together helps make this film from Spain a rare and special treasure. More »

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