A House on Fire

Montse is a woman who has lived in the shadow of her divorce and the cooling bond with her two grown children. As she gets ready to host a family gathering at her Costa Brava house, she tries to control every detail to prove she's still the center of the family, even as past resentments bubble up. The reunion promises humor as siblings and exes collide in a setting that feels like a lighthouse of nostalgia, with Montse juggling expectations, jokes, and the chaos of a house full of relatives. The tone mixes warmth with sharp wit as old habits meet new distractions. Her routines falter as secrets crash the dinner table. The sunlit Costa Brava coast frames the chaos.

Directed by Dani de la Orden, with a screenplay concept by Eduard Sola, this Spanish comedy arrived in 2024. Emma Vilarasau, Enric Auquer and Maria Rodríguez Soto headline the ensemble. It was shot on location along the Catalan coast today.

Box office numbers for this title have not been publicly disclosed, suggesting a limited commercial release or streaming focused rollout rather than a wide theatrical run. Industry insiders expect a modest festival circuit and streaming debut for later regional release.

At this time there are no widely reported nominations or wins for A House on Fire. The film's awards trajectory remains uncertain, with critics focusing more on performances and humor and less on formal accolades. Industry chatter and festival buzz may shift depending on the film's reception at early screenings.

Early notices applaud the film for its sharp take on family bonds and the chaos of hosting relatives, balancing warmth with biting humor. It examines how pride and past wounds complicate forgiveness, while the Costa Brava setting lends a sunlit backdrop to comic clashes. Vilarasau's performance adds texture to Montse.