Days of the Whale (2019)

Plot

Cristina and Simon, passionate young graffiti artists, express their creativity by transforming their urban surroundings. Their fearless nature pushes them to confront a local gang when they decide to cover a menacing message with a vibrant mural of a whale. As they navigate their deepening bond, friendships with fellow artists at La Selva—a dilapidated house serving as their safe haven—emerge alongside family struggles. The narrative beautifully captures the resilience of youth as they grapple with fear, violence, and the complexities of maturation amid a turbulent environment.