Abel

Abel (2010)

  • 93% of critics liked it
    (14 reviews)

  • 52% want to see it
    (239 ratings)

Actor Diego Luna stepped behind the camera to direct this warm drama about a young boy whose emotional problems take him in an unexpected direction. Abel is an unstable child whose issues have only gotten worse since his father walked out on the family. No one in the household is sure what to do for… More

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Unrated, 1 hr. 24 min.
Directed By
Diego Luna
Written By
Diego Luna, Augusto Mendoza
Genres
Drama, Art House & International, Comedy
Lionsgate Films

Critic Reviews

  • Philip French, Guardian [UK]

    After its edgy, deliberately puzzling first hour, it starts to run out of steam, but at 85 minutes it doesn't overstay its welcome.

  • Allan Hunter, Daily Express

    Diego Luna's promising debut as a director is a slight and charming tale of a troubled young boy's retreat into fantasy.

  • Matthew Turner, ViewLondon

    Enjoyable, off-beat drama that's both darkly funny and emotionally engaging, thanks to assured direction from Diego Luna and a terrific central performance from young Christopher Ruiz-Esparza.

  • David Edwards, Daily Mirror [UK]

    A slow-burning but satisfying comedy that goes for gentle humour rather than belly laughs.

  • Peter Bradshaw, Guardian [UK]

    It's an intriguing film...

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    The drama lies in everyday situations for adults, but dangerous ones for children. The comedy presents itself in the hilarity of kids acting as grownups. John Malkovich-produced Mexican dramedy is sort of reminiscent of 'Lars and the Real Girl' in the way those who surround… More

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