Review of My Name Is Juani (2006) by Melissa A — 20 Sep 2011

This was a decent Spanish movie with an energetic soundtrack and some unique artistic work at the beginning. Juani is a feisty and spirited woman stuck in a small town with big dreams. She wants desperately to make something out of her life before itâ??s too late but has many setbacks to overcome.

Leaving her unfaithful boyfriend for the final time, she runs off to Madrid with her best friend Vani to pursue an acting career and to start anew. There is a clear message in this movie showing that even as there is constant pressure for Juani to change everything about who she is, especially learning the English language in order to be an actress, in her heart, ultimate success will come from being true to herself.