Beatriz at Dinner

Beatriz at Dinner

Year: 2017

Runtime: 82 min

Language: English

Director: Miguel Arteta

DramaComedy

Holistic healer Beatriz accepts a house call to a client's seaside retreat, but a chance breakdown leads to an unexpected evening. She finds herself attending a dinner party where she clashes with Doug Strutt, a wealthy and self-absorbed real estate tycoon. The evening escalates into a heated debate as Beatriz’s values are challenged by Doug’s focus on profit and his disregard for others.

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1

Beatriz's Dream

Beatriz wakes up from a vivid dream that sees her in a rowboat in a mangrove swamp. She is confronted by the sight of a little white goat on the shore, setting a tone of introspection and connection to her past.

2

Morning Rituals

Starting her day, Beatriz tends to her two dogs and a brown goat in her bedroom. She engages in meditation and lights candles at an altar decorated with photographs of a man and a little white goat, reflecting her spiritual practices.

Beatriz's home, Los Angeles
3

Drive to Cancer Center

Beatriz drives her old Volkswagen, which struggles to start, to a local cancer center. There, she provides therapies such as massage and aromatherapy to patients, showcasing her dedication to healing.

Cancer center, Los Angeles
4

Home Visit to Cathy

Hurrying to Cathy’s residence in Newport Beach, Beatriz arrives late to a gathering for Cathy's husband's business associates. The opulence of the house contrasts sharply with Beatriz's humble lifestyle.

Newport Beach, Orange County
5

Conversation with Cathy

During a massage session, Beatriz and Cathy talk about Cathy's daughter, who had been Beatriz's client. This conversation brings up deep sadness for Beatriz as she expresses her concerns about a troublesome neighbor.

Cathy's house
6

Unexpected Dinner Invitation

After her massage, Beatriz’s car fails to start. Cathy, sensing her discomfort, insists that Beatriz join them for dinner, despite her husband's initial resistance due to the importance of their guests.

Evening Cathy's house
7

Arrival of Guests

The guests start to arrive, including Alex and Shannon, who discuss victories in local government. Beatriz feels marginalized, struggling to find her place among the affluent crowd.

Evening Cathy's house
8

Emotional Vulnerability

Feeling increasingly alienated, Beatriz shares a personal trauma with Cathy, recounting her past separation from family and loss. This moment highlights her emotional state amidst strangers.

Evening Cathy's house
9

Tense Dinner Conversation

Dinner takes a sour turn when Doug rudely questions Beatriz's immigration status. This confrontation brings rising tensions as Beatriz begins to confront the realities of the wealth disparity around her.

Evening Cathy's house
10

Direct Confrontation

Beatriz directly challenges Doug about the destruction of her hometown due to failed developments. The situation escalates when Doug brags about his hunting exploits, which horrify Beatriz.

Evening Cathy's house
11

Heartfelt Song

In an attempt to bridge the gap, Beatriz retrieves a guitar and sings a heartfelt song. Instead of an apology, she criticizes the guests for ignoring the consequences of their actions on the environment.

Evening Cathy's house
12

Forced Departure

After a heated exchange, Grant, Cathy's husband, forcibly removes Beatriz from the gathering. Beatriz is left vulnerable and reflective as she awaits a tow truck to take her home.

Evening Cathy's house
13

Moment of Contemplation

While waiting outside, Beatriz contemplates violent thoughts towards Doug as the evening spirals out of her control. This reveals her deep internal struggle and the suffocating realities she faces.

Evening Cathy's house
14

Walking into the Ocean

After the tumultuous experiences of the night, Beatriz walks into the ocean, letting the waves engulf her. This act symbolizes her profound sense of loss and search for peace in a painful world.

Night Ocean
15

Return to the Mangrove Swamp

As the guests release sky lanterns above, the narrative flashes to the depths of the ocean, transporting us back to Beatriz’s dreams of the mangrove swamp. This imagery encapsulates her longing and unresolved grief.

Mangrove swamp

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