The storyline is about a 9-year-old boy, Rodrigo (Anthuan Diaz Guerrero), with a great talent, in that he can hold his breath for an extraordinary time under water. A great opportunity arises for him to enter a freediving competition. However, nothing is free, and he has to face an obstacle that is essential for his future. The dialogue is in Spanish with English subtitles.
What a beautiful production all across the board! The cinematography stands out, capturing the beauty of the Sea of Seven Colors on San Andres Island, Colombia and it explores the sport of freediving. It reminds us of the beauty of marine ecosystems and the importance of preserving them. Anthuan Diez Guerrero, as Rodrigo, stands out but I also love that the director chose local people from San Andres as both actors and crew on this. (none of the other actors are credited by name) I love the camaraderie shown between Rodrigo, his sister and friends; it shows what a tight community this is. Rodrigo's mother is completely against him participating in the competition and we find out that her husband, Rodrigo's father, lost his life to the sea. It takes a little convincing and a bit of magic to help her see that the competition adheres to all the safety protocols and that the sea can be a wonderful place. I love how she changes throughout the film as she becomes more confident and exemplary. The background music is wonderful; it resonates with the sounds of the Caribbean and took me immediately to the beach. My favorite part is when Rodrigo stays underwater for a long time. I like this scene because it's quite a challenge. It's very intriguing to watch, because in addition to conveying emotions, it makes the boy feel very authentic.
The message of the film is to never give up on your dreams, be determined and persistent and achieve your goals. This message motivated me.
I give Rodrigo Branquias 5 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 8 to 12. By Anna Clara B. and Julie S., KIDS FIRST!
The storyline is about a 9-year-old boy, Rodrigo (Anthuan Diaz Guerrero), with a great talent, in that he can hold his breath for an extraordinary time under water. A great opportunity arises for him to enter a freediving competition. However, nothing is free, and he has to face an obstacle that is essential for his future. The dialogue is in Spanish with English subtitles.
What a beautiful production all across the board! The cinematography stands out, capturing the beauty of the Sea of Seven Colors on San Andres Island, Colombia and it explores the sport of freediving. It reminds us of the beauty of marine ecosystems and the importance of preserving them. Anthuan Diez Guerrero, as Rodrigo, stands out but I also love that the director chose local people from San Andres as both actors and crew on this. (none of the other actors are credited by name) I love the camaraderie shown between Rodrigo, his sister and friends; it shows what a tight community this is. Rodrigo's mother is completely against him participating in the competition and we find out that her husband, Rodrigo's father, lost his life to the sea. It takes a little convincing and a bit of magic to help her see that the competition adheres to all the safety protocols and that the sea can be a wonderful place. I love how she changes throughout the film as she becomes more confident and exemplary. The background music is wonderful; it resonates with the sounds of the Caribbean and took me immediately to the beach. My favorite part is when Rodrigo stays underwater for a long time. I like this scene because it's quite a challenge. It's very intriguing to watch, because in addition to conveying emotions, it makes the boy feel very authentic.
The message of the film is to never give up on your dreams, be determined and persistent and achieve your goals. This message motivated me.
I give Rodrigo Branquias 5 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 8 to 12. By Anna Clara B. and Julie S., KIDS FIRST!
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