A Perfect Day 2015
Fernando León de Aranoa's darkly comic war drama *A Perfect Day (2015)* unfolds in the war-torn Balkans of 1995, where a small team of humanitarian workers faces absurd yet deadly obstacles while attempting to solve a simple problem in a landscape still scarred by conflict.
Director: Fernando León de Aranoa
Cast
Frequently Asked Questions
What is *A Perfect Day* (2015) about?
Set in the Balkans during 1995, the film follows a group of aid workers as they try to solve a mundane problem—disposing of a dead body—in a region still reeling from war. Their mission spirals into chaos as they encounter hostile locals, inept UN forces, and an infuriating bureaucracy that seems determined to thwart them at every turn.
Who directed *A Perfect Day*?
Fernando León de Aranoa, the acclaimed Spanish director behind *Barrio* and *The Last Days*, helms this sharp blend of dark comedy and war drama.
Who stars in *A Perfect Day*?
The film features Benicio del Toro, Tim Robbins, and Olga Kurylenko as the core aid workers, joined by Mélanie Thierry and local actors Feđa Štukan and Eldar Rešidović in pivotal roles.
Is *A Perfect Day* (2015) worth watching?
If you enjoy war dramas with a sharp satirical edge, *A Perfect Day* is a hidden gem—blending dark humor with brutal realism to critique bureaucracy and the absurdity of conflict. Its strong performances and unconventional take on war make it a compelling watch, even if it's not a mainstream release.
How long is *A Perfect Day*?
The film runs for 106 minutes, offering a tight yet layered narrative that balances humor, tension, and social commentary.
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About A Perfect Day (2015) — A darkly comic take on war, bureaucracy, and the absurdity of peacekeeping
Fernando León de Aranoa's darkly comic war drama *A Perfect Day (2015)* unfolds in the war-torn Balkans of 1995, where a small team of humanitarian workers faces absurd yet deadly obstacles while attempting to solve a simple problem in a landscape still scarred by conflict. Benicio del Toro, Tim Robbins, and Olga Kurylenko lead the cast as weary aid workers navigating a bureaucratic nightmare, reluctant locals, and the lingering chaos of war—all while trying to keep a cow from becoming an unexpected casualty. The film blends sharp wit with stark realism, exposing the ridiculous and tragic layers of international aid in a region where survival often feels like a farce.
Against the backdrop of crumbling infrastructure and distrust, the characters' struggles highlight the absurdity of bureaucracy and the resilience—or futility—of human effort in the face of entrenched chaos. León de Aranoa crafts a biting satire that balances dark humor with poignant moments, making *A Perfect Day (2015)* a standout in the war drama genre, where even the simplest tasks become epic battles.