Personal Effects
At 18, fresh from high school, Marina, Ignacio, Adam and Mimi, school mates bonded by fate, shared a dream about adult life, a dream of fame, success, perfect skin and that one endless, true love that, surely, was waiting just around the corner for each one of them. But 30's arrived, and none of the sweet promises of youth was fulfilled. Alone, failed and frustrated, all four are forced to stop and look around to try to understand where it all went wrong, and find an emergency fix for their lives, before it's too late, and happiness escapes through their fingers forever. Secondary Effects is the bitter coming of age comedy that follows their steps in the search for lost dreams, lost hair and good sex, at least, if true love turns out to be a mirage.
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📋 Film Details
| Original Title | Efectos secundarios |
| Year | 2006 |
| Country | Mexico |
| Genre | Comedy, Drama, Romance |
| Director | Issa López |
| Runtime | 111 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 5.9/10 (22 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
The film constructs a bittersweet coming-of-age comedy that relies on the stark contrast between the rosy expectations of youth and the harsh prose of a thirty-something crisis. It explores the trauma of the promises we made to ourselves that never materialized.
What lingers after the viewing is a mix of nostalgic smiles and aching recognition—the journey from dreaming of 'the one' to settling for good sex is a path many know. It leaves one wondering if our idea of happiness is the main side effect of growing up. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Issa López
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With friends who've crossed the thirty-year mark, over a glass of wine. To laugh and sigh together over shared illusions.
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