Cenizas 2018
In the shadow of Cotopaxi's ominous ash clouds hovering over Quito, *Cenizas (2018)* unfolds a raw, intimate drama directed by Juan Sebastián Jácome. The film follows Caridad, a young woman grappling with unresolved familial wounds as volcanic devastation looms.
Director: Juan Sebastián Jácome
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cenizas (2018) about?
Set against the looming threat of Cotopaxi's eruption, *Cenizas* follows Caridad as she seeks shelter with her estranged father, Galo, while volcanic ash blankets Quito. Their fraught reunion forces them to confront decades-old betrayals and the possibility of redemption—or further fracture.
Who directed Cenizas?
Cenizas was directed by Juan Sebastián Jácome, a filmmaker known for blending intimate drama with atmospheric tension.
Who stars in Cenizas?
The film stars Samanta Caicedo as Caridad, with Diego Naranjo as her father Galo, alongside Juana Estrella, Estela Álvarez, and Pavel Almeida in pivotal roles.
Is Cenizas (2018) worth watching?
As a tight, 80-minute drama with strong performances and a moody backdrop, *Cenizas* offers a compelling character study. While IMDb ratings aren't available, its themes of family and reconciliation make it a solid pick for fans of atmospheric, emotionally charged cinema.
How long is Cenizas?
Cenizas runs for 80 minutes.
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About Cenizas (2018) — A father-daughter reckoning under Quito's volcanic shadow
In the shadow of Cotopaxi's ominous ash clouds hovering over Quito, *Cenizas (2018)* unfolds a raw, intimate drama directed by Juan Sebastián Jácome. The film follows Caridad, a young woman grappling with unresolved familial wounds as volcanic devastation looms. Desperate to preserve her belongings, she seeks refuge with her estranged father, Galo, who vanished from her life years ago. His sudden desire to reconnect clashes with lingering suspicions about his past betrayals, turning their reunion into a tense dance of forgiveness and doubt.
Jácome crafts a haunting portrait of reconciliation and the weight of unresolved history, set against the eerie backdrop of natural disaster. With its clinical pacing and emotional depth, *Cenizas* explores themes of abandonment, penance, and the fragile threads that bind families together—or tear them apart. Starring Samanta Caicedo and Diego Naranjo, this 80-minute drama lingers like the ash it's named after, lingering in the mind long after the credits roll.