Please • Care

Please • Care

2017 · 100 min · ★ 10.0 · Drama

At 69 years old, Alejandra decides to separate from her philandering husband of five decades. However, the decision meets resistance when their middle-aged children refuse to give the blessing over their separation. But when the old lady's youngest and dearest daughter contracts a heart attack, the entire family is forced to gather in a hospital where, together, they must face the separation.

Directed by Giancarlo Abrahan · Written by Giancarlo Abrahan

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