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When a billionaire entrepreneur impulsively decides to create an iconic movie, he demands the best. Renowned filmmaker Lola Cuevas is recruited to mastermind this ambitious endeavour. Completing the all-star team are two actors with massive talent but even bigger egos: Hollywood heartthrob Félix Rivero and radical theatre actor Iván Torres. Both are legends, but not exactly best friends. Through a series of increasingly eccentric trials set by Lola, Félix and Iván must confront not only each other but also their own legacies. Who will be left when the cameras finally start rolling?
A wealthy businessman decides to fund a feature film to make a name for himself. To do this, he recruits the best of the best: acclaimed director Lola Cuevas and two actors who are legendary but have major ego issues, the Hollywood star Félix Rivero and the veteran theater actor Iván Torres. Together, they embark on an absurd and hilarious process of artistic creation that tests their limits and their relationship.
Official Competition received widespread critical acclaim, with particular praise directed at the performances of Penélope Cruz, Antonio Banderas, and Oscar Martínez, as well as the film's sharp and witty script that satirizes the film industry. Critics lauded its blend of dark comedy and drama, often describing it as a clever and entertaining dissection of artistic egos and the filmmaking process.
A brilliant satire that expertly skewers the egos and eccentricities of the film industry.
The lead performances are outstanding, delivering complex characters with both humor and depth.
The film is sharp, intelligent, and consistently entertaining, offering a thought-provoking look at the creative process.
Google audience: Audiences generally loved the sharp humor and the meta-commentary on filmmaking. Many praised the chemistry and performances of the main cast, particularly Cruz and Banderas, finding the film to be a clever and enjoyable watch that doesn't shy away from mocking the industry it's a part of.
Screened out of competition at the 78th Venice International Film Festival, and in competition at the 79th Golden Globe Awards for Best Foreign Language Film. Penélope Cruz won the Volpi Cup for Best Actress at the Venice Film Festival. It also received numerous awards and nominations in Spain and Latin America, including Best Ibero-American Film at the Platino Awards.
The film's script was developed over several years, with the directors interviewing numerous actors, directors, and producers to gather insights into the often-turbulent dynamics of filmmaking and the psychology of artists.
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"Suárez" (José Luis Gómez) is a pharma gazillionaire who is concerned about his legacy. He considers building a bridge for the community before alighting on the idea of hiring wacky film director "Lola" (Penélope Cruz) to make a film based ...