The Good Daughter (2026)
La buena hija
Director: Júlia de Paz
Cast: Kiara Arancibia, Janet Novás, Petra Martínez, Julián Villagrán, Sandra Pujol
Did you know? The film's director cast a real-life mother-daughter duo as the grandmother and mother to amplify the authentic tension between the generations, while the father’s art studio was built on set using actual paintings by a local artist whose work mirrors the character’s emotional distance.
Why Watch: A poignant and visually stunning exploration of family loyalty and self-discovery, *The Good Daughter* masterfully captures the aching pull between a girl’s idolized father and the resilient women raising her. With raw performances and a script that resonates with anyone who’s ever felt torn between two worlds, this is a must-watch for fans of intimate, emotionally charged dramas. Prepare for a deeply moving story that will linger long after the credits roll.
Following her parents' split, Carmela and her mom relocate to her grandmother’s house. Trying to find her footing in this unfamiliar life, Carmela yearns for more time with her father, a visual artist she deeply adores and looks up to. Though absent, his influence weighs heavily on three generations of women, forcing each to face tough truths and claim the future they truly want.