La decisión de Amelia (lit. 'Amelia's decision') is a 2022 Peruvian drama film written and directed by Francisco José Lombardi. It stars Mayella Lloclla and Gustavo Bueno accompanied by Paul Vega, Stephany Orúe and Haydeé Cáceres. It is about a humble young nurse and a bitter and authoritarian rich old man whose lives will change when they meet.
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Synopsis
Amelia is a young nurse who can't find work; Cecilia, her best friend, proposes that she work taking care of an elderly, racist, classist and impatient millionaire named Víctor. However, the old man's temperament and life will change over time. For her part, Amelia will have to make a difficult decision regarding her new patient.
Cast
Mayella Lloclla as Amelia
Gustavo Bueno as Víctor
Stephany Orúe as Cecilia
Martin Martinez as Ricardo
Haydeé Cáceres as Housekeeper
Paul Vega
Production
Principal photography began on December 3, 2018, in Peru.
Release
La decisión de Amelia had its world premiere on August 6, 2022, at the 26th Lima Film Festival. It was commercially released on August 31, 2023, in Peruvian theaters.