Quartile rating: 7.5/10 · 1 rating
After the death of her abusive husband, Matilde finds her new best friend in Miguel, her young, insecure, and disoriented neighbor.
Impossible Things is a quiet Spanish family drama that earns its strong reputation primarily through its performances, particularly the central relationship between the elderly Matilde and the young Miguel. The acting is the clear standout, with warm, naturalistic chemistry between the leads. The plot is gentle and character-driven but follows a fairly familiar template of unlikely friendship and personal healing after trauma. Cinematography is competent and intimate but unremarkable. The premise of intergenerational friendship offering solace is not especially novel, though the specific cultural and emotional textures give it some personality. The ending is emotionally satisfying but not particularly surprising given the film's trajectory.