En las estrellas

Justine, a shy and introverted young woman, works as a cleaner in a luxury hotel. She becomes infatuated with a guest, a famous and enigmatic singer, and starts to believe she can communicate with him through the stars. Her obsession grows, blurring the lines between reality and fantasy as she pursues her deep-seated desires.

En las estrellas received a mixed to positive reception from critics, who often praised its visual style and thematic ambition, though some found its narrative to be uneven or overly abstract. The performances, particularly that of Clara Rugaard, were frequently highlighted as a strong point.

• Praised for its striking visual aesthetic and bold artistic choices.

• Clara Rugaard's performance is a standout, conveying complex emotions.

• Some found the surreal narrative and pacing to be less engaging.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's unique visual flair and its exploration of themes like loneliness and desire. Many found the surreal elements intriguing, although a portion of viewers felt the story could be hard to follow at times.

Screened at the Sundance Film Festival in 2022, where it garnered attention in the World Cinema Dramatic Competition.

Director Zoe Wittock was inspired by the concept of 'star-crossed lovers' and the desire for connection in the digital age when developing the film's narrative.