# Pellet (2000)

> A guarded Spanish boy finds the courage to challenge an abusive home after an unexpected friendship offers him trust and a glimpse of another life.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/20985

## Facts

- Runtime: 88 min
- Genres: Drama
- Director: Achero Mañas
- Cast: Juan José Ballesta, Pablo Galán, Manuel Morón, Alberto Jiménez, Ana Wagener, Nieve de Medina, Gloria Muñoz, Javier Lago
- TMDB rating: 7.1/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0243794/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: strong
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: moderate
- Mood: anxious, wistful, compassionate, social issue film night, spanish cinema night

## Synopsis

A poignant tale of friendship and resilience amidst adversity.

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