From a new Alfredo Castro movie to fresh titles by “Case 63” writer Julio Rojas and “A Fantastic Woman” scribe Gonzalo Maza — plus the debut of Cannes Cinéfondation winner Diego Céspedes — here are titles from seven Chilean production companies whose presence at Cannes is backed by Chile’s ministry of culture.
“Bitter Gold,”
In a defunct North Chilean mining community, a teenage girl battles patriarchal forces to save her family’s business in this empowering neo-Western. Lead-produced by Juntos Films in co-production with La Santé (Chile), Whisky Content (México). Intl. Sales: Patra Spanou Films.
“Después de Elena” (Shawn Garry)
Alfredo Castro stars in a dark comedy as widower Roberto, who seeks solace but faces family dysfunction and lies. Produced by Gabriela Sandoval at Cine Matriz, Magma Cine and Zoe Films.
“Epílogo para un otoño,” (David Belmar)
This Lucho Films drama follows 85-year-old Gabriel, who feels death looming. He fails in his...
“Bitter Gold,”
In a defunct North Chilean mining community, a teenage girl battles patriarchal forces to save her family’s business in this empowering neo-Western. Lead-produced by Juntos Films in co-production with La Santé (Chile), Whisky Content (México). Intl. Sales: Patra Spanou Films.
“Después de Elena” (Shawn Garry)
Alfredo Castro stars in a dark comedy as widower Roberto, who seeks solace but faces family dysfunction and lies. Produced by Gabriela Sandoval at Cine Matriz, Magma Cine and Zoe Films.
“Epílogo para un otoño,” (David Belmar)
This Lucho Films drama follows 85-year-old Gabriel, who feels death looming. He fails in his...
- 5/14/2024
- by Anna Marie de la Fuente
- Variety Film + TV
Colombian sales and distribution company Doc:Co is venturing into the global sales arena with its first international pick up, Chilean-Colombian co-production “Otra Piel.”
The debut feature documentary of Patricia Correa, “Otra Piel” is co-produced by Colombia’s Romeo, 235 Digital and Sonata Films alongside Chile’s Cine Matriz, founded by producer Gabriela Sandoval who co-runs another, more established label, Storyboard Media.
The doc revolves around Miguel, who at 38, is not just a taxidermist but also an accomplished hunter. His passion lies in creating a unique museum for visually impaired children, showcasing some of the species he skillfully preserves. As we delve into Miguel’s narrative, we unravel the prejudices associated with his craft, prompting us to reflect on our complex relationship with animals.
“It’s excellent news for Latin American cinema that Doc:Co is expanding and venturing into international sales of fiction and documentary films; They’ve been successful in distributing films in Colombia,...
The debut feature documentary of Patricia Correa, “Otra Piel” is co-produced by Colombia’s Romeo, 235 Digital and Sonata Films alongside Chile’s Cine Matriz, founded by producer Gabriela Sandoval who co-runs another, more established label, Storyboard Media.
The doc revolves around Miguel, who at 38, is not just a taxidermist but also an accomplished hunter. His passion lies in creating a unique museum for visually impaired children, showcasing some of the species he skillfully preserves. As we delve into Miguel’s narrative, we unravel the prejudices associated with his craft, prompting us to reflect on our complex relationship with animals.
“It’s excellent news for Latin American cinema that Doc:Co is expanding and venturing into international sales of fiction and documentary films; They’ve been successful in distributing films in Colombia,...
- 12/1/2023
- by Anna Marie de la Fuente
- Variety Film + TV
Santiago-based Clara Films and Colombian sound post house-producer Centauro-Productora Lap are joining forces to co-produce Chilean Ricardo Valenzuela Pinilla’s debut “What Was Left Unsaid,” a social drama with hints of dark comedy.
Produced by Camila Bascuñán at Chilean company Delavida Films, “What Was Left Unsaid” is currently at post-production stage.
The deal completes funding for the film and marks a significant milestone in the journey of bringing Valenzuela Pinilla’s first feature to audiences worldwide.
The story of “What Was Left Unsaid” is set in rural Chile, in the early 2000s, when communications’ modernization started. Margarita, a 43 year-old field sales executive, stands out for her undeniable connection with people in contrast with her 40 year-old sales colleague Cucho.
Margarita’s ascending professional career is conditioned by her duties at home as a single mother and caretaker of her own mother, a religious fanatic singer who has decided to keep...
Produced by Camila Bascuñán at Chilean company Delavida Films, “What Was Left Unsaid” is currently at post-production stage.
The deal completes funding for the film and marks a significant milestone in the journey of bringing Valenzuela Pinilla’s first feature to audiences worldwide.
The story of “What Was Left Unsaid” is set in rural Chile, in the early 2000s, when communications’ modernization started. Margarita, a 43 year-old field sales executive, stands out for her undeniable connection with people in contrast with her 40 year-old sales colleague Cucho.
Margarita’s ascending professional career is conditioned by her duties at home as a single mother and caretaker of her own mother, a religious fanatic singer who has decided to keep...
- 5/22/2023
- by Emiliano De Pablos
- Variety Film + TV
Chile’s Storyboard Media, a leader in production and distribution in that country, have given Variety exclusive access to the heartwarming first trailer for the sophomore feature from director Shawn Garry, “After Elena.”
The film tells the story of Roberto, a man in his 70s who has just lost the love of his life, Elena. The typically stoic character breaks down when forced to sell his business which stands in the way of the development of a new shopping center. To get away, Roberto plans a trip which is interrupted before it has the chance to begin when his children, now in their 30s with kids of their own, return home.
In the trailer we see Roberto, clearly out of sorts, as he tries to cope with the now overflowing house and mundane issues that confront large families with children, issues he hasn’t had to deal with for 15 years.
The film tells the story of Roberto, a man in his 70s who has just lost the love of his life, Elena. The typically stoic character breaks down when forced to sell his business which stands in the way of the development of a new shopping center. To get away, Roberto plans a trip which is interrupted before it has the chance to begin when his children, now in their 30s with kids of their own, return home.
In the trailer we see Roberto, clearly out of sorts, as he tries to cope with the now overflowing house and mundane issues that confront large families with children, issues he hasn’t had to deal with for 15 years.
- 10/19/2018
- by Jamie Lang
- Variety Film + TV
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