Notes on a Summer (2023): cast, story & where to watch
2023 · Film · ★ 2.7
Released in 2023, Notes on a Summer is a drama and romance film directed by Diego Llorente, running about 83 minutes.
What it’s about. Writer and filmmaker Llorente’s homeland becomes the focus of a simmering drama played out amongst the beaches, squares and lush green mountains of this north-western province of Spain. The action follows Marta as she swaps her busy life in Madrid with boyfriend Leo for a trip back to her hometown for the summer. With naturalistic settings, minimal dialogue and lingering shots, the director highlights the contrast between real life and the carefree pace of the holidays. As the summer progresses, a relationship from her past causes confusion and she’s forced to choose between the innocence and freedom of her youth and the grown-up world with all its routines and responsibilities.
Who’s in it. Notes on a Summer stars Katia Borlado as Marta, Antonio Araque as Leo, Álvaro Quintana as Pablo and Rocío Suárez as Elena, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 2.7/10, Notes on a Summer has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Notes on a Summer page.
If you liked it. Fans of Notes on a Summer tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Notes on a Summer (2023)?
- In US, Notes on a Summer is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Notes on a Summer worth watching?
- Notes on a Summer holds an audience score of 2.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Notes on a Summer?
- Notes on a Summer stars Katia Borlado, Antonio Araque, Álvaro Quintana, Rocío Suárez and Ana Santos.
- When was Notes on a Summer released?
- Notes on a Summer was released in 2023, with a runtime of about 83 minutes.