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Resisting Life (2008): cast, story & where to watch

2008 · Film · ★ 4.4

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Released in 2008, Resisting Life is a notable film directed by Ramón Cervantes, running about 105 minutes.

What it’s about. Mexico City, 1960. Aurelia lives happily with her family. Just before the birth of her third daughter, her husband dies in an accident. Years later, Leonor, the oldest daughter, has quit her studies to help her mother support the household. Beatriz, immersed in her music, lets life slip her by like a strange melody. Adolescent Nadia has only one interest in life: to seek new experiences. Aurelia starts to lose her sensibility to pain, and the family relationships become so alienated that they begin to disintegrate like the house they live in.

Who’s in it. Resisting Life stars Carmen Beato, Rocío Verdejo, Sandra Rodríguez and Juan Carlos Remolina, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.4/10, Resisting Life has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Resisting Life page.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Resisting Life (2008)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Resisting Life change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Resisting Life worth watching?
Resisting Life holds an audience score of 4.4 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Resisting Life?
Resisting Life stars Carmen Beato, Rocío Verdejo, Sandra Rodríguez, Juan Carlos Remolina and Gabriel Porras.
When was Resisting Life released?
Resisting Life was released in 2008, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.