Nico and Dani (Krámpack) (2000)
86%RT Audience Score: 79%
Awards & Nominations: 12 wins & 9 nominations
Nico and Dani is a coming-of-age film that explores the complexities of teenage sexuality and friendship with a refreshing honesty. While some critics have taken issue with the film’s liberties with realism, it’s hard to deny the powerful performances from the cast, particularly Vilches in his debut role. Filmmaker Gay deftly navigates the choppy waters of adolescence, offering a nuanced and thought-provoking look at the choices we make and the paths we take in life. Nico and Dani is a rare gem that manages to be both poignant and entertaining, and a must-see for anyone who has ever navigated the treacherous waters of teenagehood.
Nico and Dani is a coming-of-age film that explores the complexities of teenage friendships and sexuality. Critics have praised the film’s realistic portrayal of these themes, as well as the strong performances from the cast. While some have criticized the film for taking liberties with its realism, others have found it to be a valuable tool for teenagers navigating their own paths in life. Overall, Nico and Dani is a thought-provoking and honest film that is sure to resonate with audiences. Plus, the sunny cinematography is just gorgeous!
Production Company(ies)
Produzioni Europee Associate, Arturo González Producciones Cinematográficas, Constantin Film
Distributor
New Yorker Films, Avatar Films
Release Type
Filming Location(s)
Castelldefels, Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain
MPAA / Certificate
Unrated
Year of Release
2001
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Color:Color
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Sound mix:Dolby
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Aspect ratio:1.85 : 1
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Runtime:1h 30m
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Language(s):Catalan, Spanish, English
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Country of origin:United States
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Release date:Release Date (Theaters): Feb 2, 2001 Original
Release Date (Streaming): Mar 1, 2007
Genre(s)
Drama
Keyword(s)
starring Fernando Ramallo, Jordi Vilches, Marieta Orozco, Esther Nubiola, Chisco Amado, Ana Gracia, directed by Cesc Gay, written by Jordi Sánchez, drama, R rating, box office gross $368.6K, reviewed by Alonso Duralde, Jamie Russell, Marrit Ingman, Peter Howell, Liam Lacey, Roger Ebert, Felicia Feaster, David Ehrenstein, Emanuel Levy, Jake Euker, Carol Cling, Donald J Levit, sexual coming-of-age, adolescence, friendship, beach house, sexual awakenings, summer, parties, late night dates, limits of friendship, honesty, sensitive realism, gorgeous cinematography, supporting performances, New Yorker Films, Avatar Films, Marta Esteban, Gerardo Herrero, Surround sound mix, Dolby SR, Dolby Digital, Dolby A, Dolby Stereo, Flat aspect ratio
Worldwide gross: $372,850
Worldwide gross (inflation-adjusted): $628,360
Worldwide gross ranking (inflation-adjusted): 2,691
Worldwide tickets sold (est.): 68,523
US/Canada gross: $370,562
US/Canada gross (inflation-adjusted): $624,504
US/Canada gross ranking (inflation-adjusted): 2,280
US/Canada opening weekend: $16,942
US/Canada opening weekend (inflation-adjusted): $28,552
US/Canada opening weekend ranking (inflation-adjusted): 2,381
Budget and Earnings Details
Production budget (est.): NA
Production budget (inflation-adjusted): NA
Production budget ranking: NA
Marketing and distribution budget (inflation-adjusted est.): NA
Box office net earnings to date (inflation-adjusted est.): NA
ROI to date (est.): NA
ROI ranking: NA
Jordi Vilches – Nico
Marieta Orozco – Elena
Esther Nubiola – Berta
Chisco Amado – Julian
Ana Gracia – Sonia
Director(s)
Cesc Gay
Writer(s)
Jordi Sánchez
Producer(s)
Marta Esteban, Gerardo Herrero
Film Festivals
Awards & Nominations
12 wins & 9 nominations
Academy Awards
All Critics (55) | Top Critics (25) | Fresh (48) | Rotten (7)
The distinctive-looking Vilches inhabits the role so completely, you’d never guess that he’s never acted in a movie before. Also terrific are the supporting performances, all the way down the line, and the gorgeous, sunny cinematography.
April 5, 2022
Alonso Duralde
The Advocate
TOP CRITIC
September 30, 2003 | Rating: 3/5
Jamie Russell
BBC.com
TOP CRITIC
March 10, 2003 | Rating: 3/5
Marrit Ingman
Austin Chronicle
TOP CRITIC
Filmmaker Gay nimbly navigates the raging waters of burgeoning sexuality.
June 29, 2001
Peter Howell
Toronto Star
TOP CRITIC
For a movie that has been praised for its sensitive realism, Nico and Dani takes some large liberties.
June 29, 2001 | Rating: 2.5/4
Liam Lacey
Globe and Mail
TOP CRITIC
Could be useful to a confused teenager, suggesting that we all have to choose our own paths in life.
June 15, 2001 | Rating: 3/4
Roger Ebert
Chicago Sun-Times
TOP CRITIC
A brutally, often uncomfortably frank film about the fierce, intense friendships that develop between teenagers.
January 30, 2020
Felicia Feaster
Creative Loafing
… the film goes a long way toward dispelling myths of innocence and purity, while showing that teen-agers can sometimes be wise enough to figure out some of life’s most important lessons for themselves.
October 3, 2017
David Ehrenstein
New Times
August 14, 2005 | Rating: 2/5
Emanuel Levy
EmanuelLevy.Com
November 4, 2004 | Rating: 3/5
Jake Euker
F5 (Wichita, KS)
May 14, 2004 | Rating: 4/5
Carol Cling
Las Vegas Review-Journal
Rare handling of an emotional and important theme.
August 26, 2003
Donald J. Levit
ReelTalk Movie Reviews…
Plot
Coming of age, on a Barcelona beach, during an eventful week: Nico arrives at Dani’s for part of the summer. Dani’s parents are away, Nico is keen to lose his virginity, and Dani, who’s been Nico’s friend since grammar school, wants time only with Nico. Dani’s plans to hunt and fish are waylaid when Nico catches the eye of Elena and her cousin Berta. He wants to go to the beach with the girls, cook them dinner, and make love to at least one of them. Dani wants social and physical contact with Nico. Watching from a short distance are Sonia, Dani’s tutor, and Julian, a gay writer, who picks up Dani’s vibes. Can Nico and Dani sort out friendship as well as their mixed desires?
Trivia
Goofs / Tidbits
The distinctive-looking Jordi Vilches inhabits the role so completely, you’d never guess that he’s never acted in a movie before.
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