Haunted Heart
5.7
Set against the picturesque backdrop of a secluded Greek island, the story unfolds around Alex, a young and lively woman who arrives to work at a charming boutique restaurant by the sea. A fresh start in a tranquil paradise seems like the perfect escape for Alex, who brings her vivacious energy and captivating charm to the establishment. It doesn’t take long for her to catch the eye of Enrico, the charismatic and affable restaurant owner. With his flirtatious nature, Enrico quickly becomes infatuated with Alex, drawn to her allure and vibrant personality. However, despite his attention and interest, Alex finds herself increasingly fascinated by someone else—Max, the restaurant’s enigmatic manager.
Max, an American expatriate who has lived on the island for decades, remains a mystery to those around him. His aloof demeanor and solitary lifestyle make him an enigma, yet there is an undeniable pull between him and Alex. The more she gets to know him, the more she becomes captivated by his quiet strength and intriguing, almost melancholic presence. Unlike Enrico, who embodies charm and energy, Max is reserved, elusive, and brooding, giving him an air of intrigue that Alex can’t resist. Their relationship is slow to develop, marked by moments of tension and unspoken attraction that stir beneath the surface.
As the seasons on the island change, so too does the dynamic between the characters. With the arrival of each new group of tourists, the island feels both alive with excitement and yet strangely detached from the world. The restaurant becomes a microcosm of emotions, desires, and secrets. Enrico, still visibly enamored with Alex, starts to notice something unsettling about Max. As he observes the older man more closely, Enrico uncovers troubling clues that suggest Max’s past may be far darker and more complicated than anyone imagined.
The tension between the two men begins to mount, as Enrico’s suspicions grow stronger. What is Max hiding? What is the true story behind his long-time reclusive life on the island? As Enrico digs deeper into Max’s history, he begins to uncover fragments of a life filled with secrets, guilt, and perhaps even danger. Max’s past is shrouded in mystery, and his connection to the island is far from innocent. Enrico’s pursuit of the truth leads him down a dangerous path, one that could change everything.
Meanwhile, Alex finds herself torn between the magnetic pull of the enigmatic Max and the more straightforward, yet intense, attraction she shares with Enrico. As the relationship dynamics evolve, the line between passion, trust, and suspicion becomes blurred. Alex’s growing connection with Max challenges not only her understanding of him but also her own desires and fears.
The story is a rich tapestry of sensuality, mystery, and intrigue, where love, betrayal, and the complexities of the past intersect in a small corner of the world. Set against the stunning Greek landscape, the emotional and psychological drama unfolds, drawing the characters—and the audience—deeper into a web of secrets that could destroy or redeem them all.
Director: Fernando Trueba
Cast: Aida Folch, Juan Pablo Urrego, Kika Georgiou, Matt Dillon, Polydoros Vogiatzis
