My Fault (Spanish: Culpa Mía), the 2023 Spanish romantic drama film that became a global sensation on Amazon Prime Video.
Introduction
Directed by Domingo González, My Fault is based on the Wattpad novel by Mercedes Ron, later expanded into a book trilogy. The film follows Noah, a rebellious teenager forced to move into a wealthy household after her mother marries a billionaire. There, she meets her stepbrother, Nick, a law student with a secret life of street racing and underground boxing. Their forbidden romance unfolds against a backdrop of danger, family drama, and personal struggles.
Plot Summary
Act 1: A New Life
Noah’s life takes a drastic turn when her mother, Rafaella, marries William Leister, a powerful businessman. She moves into their lavish mansion, but she finds the lifestyle suffocating. She soon meets Nicholas "Nick" Leister, William’s son, who appears to be the perfect student and athlete. However, Noah quickly realizes that Nick leads a double life—he secretly participates in illegal street racing and underground fights.
Their first interactions are tense and hostile. Nick sees Noah as an outsider, while Noah refuses to conform to the elite world she’s been thrown into. However, their mutual curiosity begins to grow.
Nick Liester (Gabriel Guevara): -
Noah (Nicole Wallace) : -
Act 2: Forbidden Attraction
One night, Noah follows Nick to a party, where she discovers his secret life. She tries to blackmail him, but after consuming spiked drinks, Nick helps her get home safely. They agree to keep each other’s secrets.
As they spend more time together, their chemistry intensifies. Despite knowing their relationship is forbidden, they begin seeing each other in secret. However, Noah starts receiving threatening messages, hinting at a dark past she thought she had escaped.
Act 3: The Truth Unfolds
Noah’s abusive father, Jonás, who was presumed dead, is revealed to be alive and seeking revenge. He kidnaps Noah, demanding a ransom. Nick, desperate to save her, teams up with the police, leading to a high-speed car chase. The confrontation ends with Jonás being killed, freeing Noah from her past.
Despite their parents’ disapproval, Nick and Noah decide to stay together, embracing their love despite the odds.
Themes & Analysis
- Forbidden Love: The central theme revolves around love that defies societal norms.
- Double Lives: Both Noah and Nick struggle with hidden identities—Noah hides her past, while Nick hides his rebellious side.
- Family & Trauma: Noah’s abusive father and Nick’s strained relationship with his father add emotional depth to the story.
- Thrill & Danger: The film blends romance with action, featuring street racing, fights, and a dramatic rescue.
- 18+ : It is a 18+ Movie.
Reception & Impact
- My Fault became Amazon Prime Video’s most-watched film worldwide in 2023.
- It remained in the top 5 in 2024, proving its lasting popularity.
- Critics had mixed reviews, but fans loved its intense romance and thrilling plot.
Sequels
Due to its success, Amazon Prime Video greenlit two sequels:
- "Your Fault" (released in December 2024)
- "Our Fault" (upcoming)



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