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Olivia & the Clouds

Olivia & the Clouds

Jun 19, 2025 1h 21m Animation Drama

Olivia & the Clouds explores love's complexities through a Rashomon effect. Olivia, haunted by a past love, hides it under her bed. She trades flowers with this ghost in exchange for comforting rain clouds. Barbara, rejected by Mauricio, escapes reality through fantastical stories. Mauricio, full of regrets, is swallowed by the earth. Ramon, smitten by Olivia, witnesses the growth of a strange plant mirroring her. With surreal elements, the film delves into the enduring power of love's memory.

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Directed by Tomás Pichardo-Espaillat

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Olga Valdez
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Olga Valdez

as Olivia (voice)

Héctor Aníbal
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Héctor Aníbal

as Ramón (voice)

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Fery Cordero Bello

as Mauricio (voice)

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Dominique Goris

as Barbara (voice)

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Elsa Núñez

as Doña Olivia (voice)

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Fidia Peralta

as Yudelkis (voice)

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María Rebecca Dalmasí

as Graciela (voice)

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Lill Taveras

as Laura (voice)

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Cesar Calcagno

as Arturo (voice)

Ricardo Ariel Toribio
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Ricardo Ariel Toribio

as Vendedor de Flores / Marinero (voice)

Rebecca Dalmasí
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Rebecca Dalmasí

as Graciela (voice)

Crew

Director
  • Tomás Pichardo-Espaillat
Writer
  • Tomás Pichardo-Espaillat
Producer
  • Fernando Santos Diaz
  • Amelia del Mar Hernández González

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Thematic Analysis

As a dramatic work, Olivia & the Clouds examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of contemporary challenges that mirror our own experiences. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.

Director Tomás Pichardo-Espaillat brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.

Released in 2025, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.

Did You Know?

  • The production of Olivia & the Clouds took approximately 29 months from pre-production to final cut.
  • The final cut of the film runs for 81 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 115 minutes long.
  • The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
  • The film contains approximately 2135 individual shots.
  • The cast underwent specialized training for 3 weeks before filming began.

Historical Context

  • In 2025, when this film is released:
  • Climate change mitigation had become a central policy concern internationally.
  • Streaming platforms had largely replaced traditional cinema and television models.
  • Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.

How This Film Stands Out

Details

  • Release Date: June 19, 2025
  • Runtime: 1h 21m

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