Despite Everything (2019): Cast & Ratings
Despite Everything is a 2019 comedy directed by Gabriela Tagliavini, starring Blanca Suárez as Sara, Macarena García and Amaia Salamanca. It runs 1 hour 15 minutes. Its Echo Score is 32/100.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 15m (75 min)
- Director
- Gabriela Tagliavini
- Genre
- Comedy
- Original language
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Spanish
- Studio
- Cinephile
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Despite Everything About?
The premise of Despite Everything without spoilers.
Four sisters, Sara, Lucía, Sofía, and Claudia, are forced to confront a shocking family secret after their mother’s funeral. They learn the man they believed to be their father is not their biological parent, prompting them to search for their true origins. This journey of discovery leads them to uncover surprising truths about their mother’s past and ultimately reveals more about themselves and the complex bonds of sisterhood.
Despite Everything Themes & Keywords
· 5 tags- funeral
- spain
- sister sister relationship
- europe
- madrid spain
Despite Everything Cast & Characters
Blanca Suárez leads the cast as Sara, with Macarena García as Lucía and Amaia Salamanca as Sofía. Directed by Gabriela Tagliavini; 20 actors are credited in all.
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Director Gabriela Tagliavini
- Blanca Suárez as Sara
- Macarena García as Lucía
- Amaia Salamanca as Sofía
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Belén Cuesta as Claudia
Also Starring in Despite Everything
· 16 more- Rossy de Palma Inés
- Emilio Gutiérrez Caba Father Díaz
- Marisa Paredes Carmen
- Carlos Bardem Pablo
- Maxi Iglesias Alejandro
- Juan Diego Pedro
- Tito Valverde Víctor
- Joaquín Climent The Solicitor
- Teresa Rabal Madre Alejandro
- Michael Cardelle Brad
- Ana Iglesias Waitress (uncredited)
- Ariana Martínez Marta
- José Bustos Security Guard
- Franciska Rodenas Older Woman 1
- María Jesús Ruz Older Woman 2
- Álex Hafner Banal Executive
More from Gabriela Tagliavini
More films directed by Gabriela Tagliavini, best-rated first: Christmas with You, Tequila Re-Pasado, How to Break Up with Your Douchebag and Border Run.
Despite Everything Reviews & Ratings
Our Echo Score gives it 32/100, strongest in sensory experience (45) and weakest in rewatch factor (25).
Despite Everything Echo Score Breakdown
Overall, "Despite Everything" falls short of delivering a compelling cinematic experience, with the majority of reviewers citing a weak narrative and underdeveloped characters. While the visual presentation and the cast receive occasional commendation, the plot is described as predictable, trivial, and poorly executed. The combination of a lazy script and limited emotional resonance results in a film that many consider a waste of time, leading to low rewatch appeal despite brief moments of charm.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 40
In terms of art and craft, the film shows competent technical execution, with some reviewers praising its visual appeal and production quality. However, criticism arises regarding the overall cinematographic impact, with a few calling it a disgrace to Spanish cinema. The direction and editing are viewed as adequate but not noteworthy, resulting in a modest assessment of the film's artistic components.
- Character & Emotion 35
When evaluating character and emotion, the reviews are mixed. Performances by the lead actresses receive occasional praise for chemistry and a few entertaining moments, yet many note one-dimensional, stereotyped portrayals and a lack of depth. Some actors are described as artificial, and the overall character development is considered insufficient, leading to a below‑average score for this aspect.
- Story & Flow 30
Regarding story and flow, the consensus points to a predictable, trivial plot that fails to engage. Critics describe the script as lazy, the dialogue as immature, and the premise as unoriginal. Although a few find the narrative easy to follow, the majority view it as lacking substance, resulting in a low rating for storytelling effectiveness.
- Sensory Experience 45
The sensory experience receives moderate feedback. Visuals are described as pleasing and technically competent, contributing positively to the film's aesthetic. However, there is little mention of soundtrack or sound design, and no strong praise for auditory elements. Consequently, the sensory score reflects decent visuals but an overall limited sensory impact.
- Rewatch Factor 25
Rewatch factor is judged poorly by most reviewers, who deem the film a waste of time and lack lasting appeal. The short runtime is noted as the only advantage, while the bland story and weak humor diminish any desire for repeat viewings. This leads to a low score for replay value.
Despite Everything Also Known As
17 alternative titles, including “Παρ’ Όλα Αυτά” and “O Outro Pai”.
- Also known as
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- Παρ’ Όλα Αυτά
- O Outro Pai
- Nonostante tutto
- 아무튼
- 우리
- Nie zważając na nic
- Malgré tout
- Trotz allem
- Apesar de Tudo
- Въпреки всичко
- 誰是我們老爸
- 谁是我们老爸
+5 more Show fewer
- Her Şeye Rağmen
- למרות הכל
- Trots allt
- Mindennek ellenére
- 母の秘密
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Despite Everything FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Despite Everything, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Despite Everything?
Despite Everything runs 1 hour 15 minutes (75 minutes).
When was Despite Everything released?
Despite Everything was released on March 16, 2019.
Who directed Despite Everything?
Despite Everything was directed by Gabriela Tagliavini.
More films by Gabriela Tagliavini Who is in the cast of Despite Everything?
Despite Everything stars Blanca Suárez as Sara, Macarena García as Lucía and Amaia Salamanca as Sofía, among 20 credited actors.
Does Despite Everything have a post-credit scene?
No. Despite Everything has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Despite Everything in?
The original language of Despite Everything is Spanish.
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