Ander

Ander is a drama and romance set in the rural Basque Country. The story follows a man in his forties who lives a repetitive life working at a local factory and on his family farm alongside his mother and sister. When an injury prevents him from performing his usual duties, the family hires Jose, an immigrant from Peru, to help with the agricultural labor. The arrival of the new worker shifts the dynamics within the household and leads the farmer to discover unexpected romantic feelings for him.

Directed and written by Roberto Castón, the film features Josean Bengoetxea in the title role, appearing alongside Christian Esquivel, Leire Ucha, Pilar Rodríguez, Mamen Rivera, and Pako Revueltas. This Spanish production was released on June 11, 2009, with a total runtime of 135 minutes. Audience reception is mixed across different platforms. On IMDb, the movie holds a rating of 7.1/10 based on 1,000 votes, while on TMDB it has a lower score of 5.6/10 from 17 votes.