The unequal power dynamic between Clara (a Black woman from the periphery) and Ana (a wealthy white woman) remains a central tension, even as they fall in love [10, 24, 29].
Critics have praised the film for its ambitious hybridity , though some found its 135-minute runtime and CGI-heavy second half slightly uneven [3, 13, 19, 33]. It remains a significant work in Latin American cinema, winning the Special Jury Prize at the 70th Locarno International Film Festival [9]. Good Manners (2017)
The title Good Manners refers to the strict social codes and "proper" behaviors Ana rejects from her elite upbringing, and which Clara must navigate to survive as an outsider [14]. Critical Reception and Awards The unequal power dynamic between Clara (a Black