Bernarda (2018)

Film Introduction
The 2018 Peruvian film "Bernarda" is a modern cinematic adaption of Federico Garcia Lorca's timeless Spanish play "Your house of Bernarda Alba". Directed and adjusted by the popular Peruvian filmmaker, Francisco José Lombardi, the film provides an interesting story which dexterously mixes thriller, drama, and dark comedy.

Plot of the Film
Embed in contemporary Lima, the movie follows the life and struggles of Bernarda, an extremely strict and orthodox mom who, after the death of her husband, is intent on keeping outright control over her 5 single adult children. To ensure their pureness in accordance with her strict analysis of Catholic values, she imposes an eight-year period of mourning, during which the ladies are prohibited from getting out of your house and joining men.

The centerpiece of the story is set when the oldest sis, Angela, starts a clandestine love affair with a regional Romeo, Pedro. The affair becomes the catalyst for exposing the quelched desires and disappointments of the other sis, raising tensions within your house, resulting in awful consequences.

Characters and Themes
In "Bernarda", the title character embodies patriarchy and spiritual fundamentalism and is depicted as cruel, callous, and blinded by her belief in her moral righteousness. She rules her house with an iron fist, showing hypocrisy and double requirements that create a tense and stifling environment for her children.

Her children represent various responses to this overbearing environment. Angela's resistance and intimate relationship reflect the human need for liberty and desire. Meanwhile, the other children show differing degrees of submission, defiance, and aggravation, showing a variety of actions to dictatorship.

The film explores various universal themes consisting of power, repression, female sexuality, social expectations, and rebellion against authority. These styles flawlessly intersect throughout the story, highlighting the societal pressure put on females to keep appearances.

Style and Reception
Francisco Lombardi displays his proficient storytelling through dazzling visual tones and climatic set styles. Utilizing tight camera shots and dim lighting, Lombardi creates a claustrophobic environment that mirrors the oppressiveness of Bernarda's guideline. Your home essentially becomes a symbol of Bernarda's authority and the confinement of social and spiritual standards.

The efficiencies were favored, with Elsa Olivero providing a magnificent portrayal of Bernarda. The character's shift from a rigid authority figure to a paranoid, powerless mother was incredibly illustrated.

Conclusion
"Bernarda" is not just a simple film about family dynamics; it is a screen adjustment that boldly takes on various societal constructs and standards that are as appropriate today as they were in Lorca's time. The story holds a universal appeal that transcends geographical and cultural boundaries, making it not only a Peruvian story, but an international story of oppression, disobedience, and eventually tragic effect. The film acts as a mirror, reflecting the timeless issues that continuously impact modern society. It is an extreme, intriguing, and memorable feature that leaves a long lasting influence on its audiences.

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