A New Film Starring Natalie Morales Explores Impact of Connection In Zoom Era          

When Adam’s (Mark Duplass) husband surprises him with weekly Spanish lessons, he’s unsure where or how this new element will fit into his already structured life. But when tragedy strikes, his Spanish teacher, Cariño (Natalie Morales), becomes a lifeline he didn’t know he needed. Adam develops an unexpected and complicated emotional bond with Cariño—but do you know someone just because you’ve experienced a traumatic moment with them? Bittersweet, honest, and at times darkly funny, Language Lessons is a disarmingly moving exploration of platonic love made for the era of Zooming, as all this connecting happens over an internet connection (yes the entire film is shot via Zoom). The Cuban-American actress also has a few things to say about Cuba.

“Sweet… Graced with charm and genuine heart.” —David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter

“A rare and perceptive film about the formation of a friendship with the push-pull dynamics of a romantic comedy.” —Guy Lodge, Variety

“Ventures to show how true connection can come at any time, and through any medium, barriers be damned.” —Kate Erbland, IndieWire

Check out the director and star, natalie Morales, joining her Miami homeboy Humberto Guida on the Checkitow Podcast: