A Spanish physical therapy assistant who matches with Martin and moves in with him. She engages in infidelity, briefly partners with Larry, and navigates the complexities of an open relationship before leaving Larry to reconcile with Martin after recognizing their fundamental incompatibilities.
Minor character associated with Serpiente's circle.
Javier's wife and Rodrigo's mother. Her marriage suffers as Javier departs and Rodrigo endures psychological distress. She eventually stays with Vincent after Javier leaves, prioritizing her son's well-being while maintaining emotional loyalty to Javier, before passing away from cancer.
Spanish woman living in Berlin who works at a cafe and dreams of being a concert pianist. After meeting Sonne, she is coerced into driving a getaway car for a bank robbery. She survives the ensuing police chase and hotel shootout, ultimately taking the stolen money to face an uncertain future.
Ariadna is the central figure in the film's present-day storyline. She investigates her family history in order to discover what happened to her great-grandfather, who disappeared during the Civil War, creating a contemporary link to the film's historical account of wartime loss.
Sergio is an unconventional performer whom Naima meets at a gay bar. She proposes spending 24 hours together with hourly sex to accelerate intimacy, then shares art, personal revelations, and conflict with Naima. Her frankness and free-spirited attitude both attract and frustrate Naima before their strained relationship ends with Sergio leaving.
A woman who moves into a neglected rural house and struggles with its poor condition, an intrusive landlord, and her uneasy relationship with desire and loneliness. She also cares for Roberta, helps with shopping and translation, and gradually becomes attached to her dog.
Laura is Marcos's pregnant wife and returns with him to the family property. She urges Salvador to consider the family's future and the practical value of the mining offer. During the attempted departure, she fires a gun, later claiming that fear and self-defense motivated her action.
A hiker traveling along the Appalachian Trail with a close companion. He shares teasing, stories, songs, and intimate conversations, while struggling with the possibility of separation. He initially sees no reason to get a phone but is urged to take one for emergencies as he continues the journey alone.
Amaia is a new mother recovering from childbirth while caring for her baby in a crowded family home. She struggles with exhaustion, painful breastfeeding, childcare decisions, and the family’s failure to follow her instructions. Her anxiety intensifies during the baby’s fever and the family crisis, but she finally finds brief peace by singing a lullaby.
Laia Costa has 28 screen credits in a career dating back to 2012. Their work is anchored in the Three Steps Above Heaven Collection universe with 1 titles. Signature works include Lee Cronin's The Mummy, Newness, Collision Course. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
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