Maxi, the gay owner and chef of Xantarelle, a Madrid restaurant, is a man in search of the ultimate accolade that is given to places worth of a rating by the important Michelin Guide. Even though he is a talented cook, the cost for keeping such a high regarded eatery has taken its toll on him. When he is summoned to the hospital where his former wife is dying, he has to deal with another problem: he must face reality and take care of his son Edu, and his daughter Alba.
Adding to Maxi's complications, he has fallen for a former soccer star, now a television commentator, Horacio, who has moved into the apartment across the hall from him. Alex, the female maitre'd has also set her eyes into winning Horatio's heart. Unfortunately, she has not a chance because Horacio is secretly in love with Maxi. Complications in their lives, and getting used to having the children around, play heavily into the new life he finds with his newly found family.
Nacho G. Velilla, a notable producer in his native Spain, is making his directorial debut in this fast paced and often funny comedy, which he helped write. The main theme in the film takes a stand against homophobia in the person of a macho ex-soccer star who has the courage to come out to a wide audience in his sports program. The problems of raising what is considered a normal family is also another of the themes the film touches on. The best thing is the pacing Mr. Velilla gave the film, which turns out to be its best asset.
Javier Camera is Maxi, the chef, a high energy individual who has no problem accepting his sexual orientation. Lola Duenas appears as the manager of the restaurant. Chilean Benjamin Vicuna makes us believe he is an Argentine former football star. The excellent Chus Lampreave shows up toward the end of the picture. She is a treasure in whatever role she is asked to play. It is the viewer's loss not to see more of this wonderful actress.
Adding to Maxi's complications, he has fallen for a former soccer star, now a television commentator, Horacio, who has moved into the apartment across the hall from him. Alex, the female maitre'd has also set her eyes into winning Horatio's heart. Unfortunately, she has not a chance because Horacio is secretly in love with Maxi. Complications in their lives, and getting used to having the children around, play heavily into the new life he finds with his newly found family.
Nacho G. Velilla, a notable producer in his native Spain, is making his directorial debut in this fast paced and often funny comedy, which he helped write. The main theme in the film takes a stand against homophobia in the person of a macho ex-soccer star who has the courage to come out to a wide audience in his sports program. The problems of raising what is considered a normal family is also another of the themes the film touches on. The best thing is the pacing Mr. Velilla gave the film, which turns out to be its best asset.
Javier Camera is Maxi, the chef, a high energy individual who has no problem accepting his sexual orientation. Lola Duenas appears as the manager of the restaurant. Chilean Benjamin Vicuna makes us believe he is an Argentine former football star. The excellent Chus Lampreave shows up toward the end of the picture. She is a treasure in whatever role she is asked to play. It is the viewer's loss not to see more of this wonderful actress.