Los tortuga are people like Julián and Delia, who tried to escape poverty in Spain’s thriving cities. The economic crisis is challenging their marriage but family bonds are savage and their daughter, Anabel, will become their glue and also, their prison.
Felipe just wanted peace, to enjoy his July vacation away from school and, his classmates, and their cruel nicknames about his weight. The problem is that his mother decides to host Caio, his neighbor and former friend, for fifteen days. Caio, who is now a annoying teenager, brings out Felipe's insecurities. Over time, Felipe's resentment toward his neighbor turns into friendsh...