Impossible Things
Impossible Things
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What this film brings
Content barometer
Violence
2/5
Moderate
Fear
2/5
A few scenes
Sexuality
0/5
None
Language
1/5
Mild
Narrative complexity
2/5
Moderate
Adult themes
0/5
None
Expert review
This Mexican drama follows an older widow who is still haunted by memories of her abusive husband, in a realistic, sad, and deeply human atmosphere. The sensitive material mainly involves domestic abuse discussed and remembered, psychological control, grief, loneliness, and several scenes of strong emotional distress, even though the film does not rely on graphic violence or visually shocking content. The intensity comes mostly from the realism of the subject and from how central it is to the story, because the main character's suffering is present on a regular basis and may feel heavy for young viewers. For children, the main concern is less fright and more discomfort around an abusive adult figure and a woman who remains traumatized after his death. I would recommend it mainly for early teens, or slightly younger with a parent ready to explain emotional abuse, offer reassurance, and discuss how friendship can support healing.
Synopsis
After the death of her abusive husband, Matilde finds her new best friend in Miguel, her young, insecure, and disoriented neighbor.
Difficult scenes
The main sensitive element is Matilde's past with her abusive husband. Even if the violence is not presented like an action or horror film, the story clearly establishes that she suffered mistreatment, and that can unsettle a child who is not ready to hear that a spouse can frighten the person he is supposed to protect. The film contains several scenes of heavy sadness connected to grief, loneliness, and trauma. A young viewer may be affected by the pain of this older woman, who remains emotionally trapped by what she lived through, even after her husband's death. The bond between Matilde and Miguel is caring, but it grows out of two deep vulnerabilities, a woman shaped by abuse and a young man who feels abandoned and lost. This accumulation of emotional wounds can make the overall experience feel heavy for children who are more comfortable with lighter or more reassuring stories.
Where to watch
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Availability checked on Apr 01, 2026
About this title
- Format
- Feature film
- Year
- 2021
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Countries
- Mexico
- Original language
- ES
- Directed by
- Ernesto Contreras
- Main cast
- Nora Velázquez, Benny Emmanuel, Luisa Huertas, Salvador Garcini, Andrés Delgado, Gabriela Cartol, Juan Carlos Medellin, Ari Gallegos, Pablo Marín, Héctor Holten
- Studios
- Agencia SHA, Alebrije Producciones, Videocine, Estudios Churubusco Azteca
Content barometer
Violence
2/5
Moderate
Fear
2/5
A few scenes
Sexuality
0/5
None
Language
1/5
Mild
Narrative complexity
2/5
Moderate
Adult themes
0/5
None
Expert review
This Mexican drama follows an older widow who is still haunted by memories of her abusive husband, in a realistic, sad, and deeply human atmosphere. The sensitive material mainly involves domestic abuse discussed and remembered, psychological control, grief, loneliness, and several scenes of strong emotional distress, even though the film does not rely on graphic violence or visually shocking content. The intensity comes mostly from the realism of the subject and from how central it is to the story, because the main character's suffering is present on a regular basis and may feel heavy for young viewers. For children, the main concern is less fright and more discomfort around an abusive adult figure and a woman who remains traumatized after his death. I would recommend it mainly for early teens, or slightly younger with a parent ready to explain emotional abuse, offer reassurance, and discuss how friendship can support healing.
Synopsis
After the death of her abusive husband, Matilde finds her new best friend in Miguel, her young, insecure, and disoriented neighbor.
Difficult scenes
The main sensitive element is Matilde's past with her abusive husband. Even if the violence is not presented like an action or horror film, the story clearly establishes that she suffered mistreatment, and that can unsettle a child who is not ready to hear that a spouse can frighten the person he is supposed to protect. The film contains several scenes of heavy sadness connected to grief, loneliness, and trauma. A young viewer may be affected by the pain of this older woman, who remains emotionally trapped by what she lived through, even after her husband's death. The bond between Matilde and Miguel is caring, but it grows out of two deep vulnerabilities, a woman shaped by abuse and a young man who feels abandoned and lost. This accumulation of emotional wounds can make the overall experience feel heavy for children who are more comfortable with lighter or more reassuring stories.