Veinteañera, divorciada y fantástica
A vibrant comedic journey of self-discovery after a sudden divorce propels a young woman into a chaotic, yet liberating, reinvention of herself amidst the bustling backdrop of Mexico City.
Veinteañera, divorciada y fantástica
Veinteañera, divorciada y fantástica
14 February 2020 Mexico 93 min ⭐ 8.0 (390)
Director: Noé Santillán-López
Cast: Paulina Goto, Jesús Zavala, Vadhir Derbez, Natalia Téllez, Ela Velden
Comedy
Female Empowerment and Self-Discovery The Critique of Traditional Gender Roles The Importance of Friendship Navigating Adulthood

Veinteañera, divorciada y fantástica - Characters & Cast

Character Analysis

Regina

Paulina Goto

Archetype: The Innocent
Key Trait: Resilient

Motivation

Initially, Regina's motivation is to win back her husband and restore the life she thought she wanted. However, as the film progresses, her motivation shifts towards finding herself, achieving financial independence, and building a life on her own terms.

Character Arc

Regina begins the film as a naive and dependent newlywed whose identity is entirely wrapped up in her husband. After he abruptly asks for a divorce, she is forced to confront a world she is unprepared for. Her move to Mexico City marks the start of her transformation. Through new friendships and experiences, she gradually sheds her insecurities and discovers her own strength and passions, ultimately becoming an independent and self-assured woman.

Juanpa

Vadhir Derbez

Archetype: The Catalyst
Key Trait: Immature

Motivation

Juanpa's motivation is to escape the confines of a marriage he feels he entered into too hastily. He desires the freedom to continue living a carefree, single life.

Character Arc

Juanpa is the catalyst for Regina's journey of self-discovery. He is portrayed as immature and impulsive, quickly realizing that he is not ready for the responsibilities of marriage. While he is the antagonist in the sense that he hurts Regina, he is not depicted as purely evil, but rather as a young man who made a mistake. His arc is less developed, primarily serving to set Regina's story in motion.

Tábata

Natalia Téllez

Archetype: The Mentor
Key Trait: Independent

Motivation

Tábata is motivated by her belief in female solidarity and her desire to help Regina break free from the societal expectations that are holding her back.

Character Arc

Tábata is a free-spirited, independent tattoo artist who becomes Regina's roommate and confidante. She represents everything Regina was not at the beginning of the film: self-sufficient, confident, and unconventional. Tábata acts as a mentor to Regina, challenging her traditional views and encouraging her to embrace her independence. Through her friendship with Regina, Tábata also shows a softer, more supportive side.

Andrés

Jesús Zavala

Archetype: The Ally
Key Trait: Loyal

Motivation

Andrés is motivated by his deep affection for Regina and his genuine desire to see her happy and fulfilled, whether that is with him or not.

Character Arc

Andrés is Regina's loyal friend who has been secretly in love with her. He provides a constant source of support and encouragement throughout her journey. His arc involves him finally being able to express his feelings for Regina once she has become her own person and is ready for a healthier relationship.

Cast

Paulina Goto as Regina
Jesús Zavala as Andrés
Vadhir Derbez as Juanpa
Natalia Téllez as Tábata
Ela Velden as Lorenza
Ana Gonzalez Bello as Emiliana
Juan Carlos Barreto as Manuel
Claudio Roca as Santi