Cartagena (2009)

5.6/10 93 min Drama Romance

Overview

Muriel is beautiful, free-spirited and bed-ridden since a horrific accident. Leo is a drunk middle-aged ex-boxer. Desperate for work and unqualified, he interviews for Muriel, who hires him to cook and care for her against her better judgment. Initially out of his depth, Leo slowly wins Muriel's trust. As Muriel teaches him to read, he forces her to confront the joys beyond her window.

Cast

Sophie Marceau

Muriel

Christopher Lambert

Léo

Margarita Rosa de Francisco

Lucia

Rodolfo De Souza

Valdes

Linnett Hernandez Valdes

Lina

Salvatore Basile

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