Fire Will Come (O que Arde, 2019) is a quiet but powerful film that unfolds slowly, relying on atmosphere and a sense of inevitability. The story follows Amador, a former convict who returns to his hometown, to his old mother, in Galicia after serving a sentence for arson. His return passes without much fuss, but the shadow of his past remains—people observe him in silence, heavy with mistrust.

The film has little dialogue, relying instead on images of nature and everyday life. The camera is patient, capturing scenes of fog, forests, and the old farm, creating a sense of calmness but also the feeling that something is about to ignite. This simplicity reveals the weight of human relationships and guilt that never fully disappears, without the need for big words or explanations.

When the fire finally breaks out, it is depicted with brutal realism. The fire scenes feel documentary-like and visceral, clearly showing how uncontrollable nature can be and how destruction becomes inevitable. This idea runs throughout the film—the fire can be both internal and external, and once it starts, there is no going back.

Fire Will Come exemplifies slow cinema that requires patience but rewards viewers with its subtlety. It does not offer clear messages or meet expectations about redemption or forgiveness. Instead, it portrays that some things are simply part of life, just as fire is part of the natural cycle.