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Oliver's Universe (2022)

The year is 1985. Oliver, a boy with an overflowing imagination, moves with his family to the southernmost corner of Europe, just as Halley's Comet is about to pass by. These events will mark a before and after in the emotional life of Óliver, who will look to the stars for the solution to his problems in the new school, in the neighborhood and at home. To make matters worse, his grandfather, nicknamed "el majara" is encouraged to help him interpret the comet's message and take a step forward in his new Universe.

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Top billed cast

Rubén FulgencioÓliver
Salva ReinaMiguel
María LeónCarmela
Pedro CasablancGabriel
Mara GuilToñi
Luna BerroaIrene
Roberto CampilloAdrián
Sergio RamosJon
Antonio López VallejoLucas
Elsa BeloMalena

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