Beatriz at Dinner

In this thought-provoking drama directed by Miguel Arteta, Salma Hayek stars as Beatriz, a holistic healer who finds herself an unexpected guest at a wealthy client’s dinner party. The evening takes a tense turn as Beatriz’s worldview clashes with that of a self-satisfied real estate mogul, played by John Lithgow. The film explores themes of class disparity and moral conflict, set against the backdrop of a single evening. While it did not receive major awards, the film was noted for its timely social commentary and strong performances. For those interested, it can be viewed for free on Soap2day.