Arelys Henao: Canto para no llorar (2022)

Review Team

4/5

Arelys Henao: Canto para no llorar is a compelling biographical drama that delves into the early life of Colombian singer Arelys Henao. The film is structured around her relentless pursuit of a music career, set against a backdrop of familial and societal challenges. The direction effectively captur ... Show more >> Arelys Henao: Canto para no llorar is a compelling biographical drama that delves into the early life of Colombian singer Arelys Henao. The film is structured around her relentless pursuit of a music career, set against a backdrop of familial and societal challenges. The direction effectively captures the emotional highs and lows of Arelys' journey, with vibrant musical sequences that are both entertaining and inspiring. The performances, particularly that of the lead actress, convey a genuine sense of determination and vulnerability. While the film occasionally leans into melodrama, it ultimately succeeds in portraying a story of resilience and hope. This film is a must-watch for fans of music biopics and those seeking inspiration from real-life stories. Show less

Editor Team

3/5

Arelys Henao: Canto para no llorar is your typical underdog story, and while it has its heartwarming moments, it doesn’t break new ground. The film follows Arelys' journey to stardom with all the familiar tropes of struggle and triumph. There’s plenty of music to enjoy, but some scenes feel a bit fo ... Show more >> Arelys Henao: Canto para no llorar is your typical underdog story, and while it has its heartwarming moments, it doesn’t break new ground. The film follows Arelys' journey to stardom with all the familiar tropes of struggle and triumph. There’s plenty of music to enjoy, but some scenes feel a bit forced, and the pacing drags in parts. The lead performance is commendable, bringing Arelys' tenacity to life, but the supporting characters lack depth. If you’re in the mood for a feel-good film about chasing dreams, this one delivers, but don’t expect anything too groundbreaking. It’s entertaining enough, yet it doesn’t quite resonate as deeply as it aims to. Show less