What Happens at the End of By My Side Again?

When three estranged sisters, Gloria, Ana and Lidia, meet up again on the death of their mother, Adela, they find themselves obeying her somewhat eccentric last wishes. Though their mother has spent the last 30 years without uttering a single word, she has left very clear written instructions of what she wants done after her death.

Gracia Querejeta's narrative builds toward a resolution centered on Mercedes Sampietro (Gloria)'s journey. Though their mother has spent the last 30 years without uttering a single word, she has left very clear written instructions of what she wants done after her death.

How Does Mercedes Sampietro (Gloria)'s Story End?

• Mercedes Sampietro: Mercedes Sampietro's storyline wraps up in the final act, though some viewers have found the resolution more ambiguous than expected.
• Julieta Serrano (Tía Rafaela): Julieta Serrano's role in the climax proves pivotal to how the central conflict resolves.
• Marta Belaustegui (Adela): Marta Belaustegui's character undergoes a significant shift in the final act.

What Does the Ending of By My Side Again Mean?

By My Side Again's ending attempts to resolve the major plot threads, though some narrative elements involving Mercedes Sampietro may feel rushed. Gracia Querejeta's final act has been both praised for its ambition and criticized for its execution.