Aina Clotet Talks Portraying an Older Coming-of-Age in Critics’ Week Title ‘Viva’: ‘We Are Still Missing So Many Stories About Women’
- Aina Clotet’s directorial debut ‘Viva’ lands a spot at Cannes Critics’ Week.
- Her ‘dizzy’ reaction to the incredible news.
- Why these missing stories about women are finally getting their moment.
Finally, some news that really makes us cheer! You know Aina Clotet, the talented Spanish actor? Well, she just stepped into the director’s chair for her first feature film, ‘Viva’. And guess what? It’s already making huge waves.
We just heard ‘Viva’ has been shortlisted for Cannes’ super prestigious Critics’ Week sidebar. Can you even imagine that call? Aina sure couldn’t. She thought she was dreaming!
A whole month later, the selection was confirmed. She felt absolutely ‘dizzy’ with disbelief. That’s a feeling we totally get. It’s like when you wish for something so hard, and then it actually happens. Wow.
Aina has actually been to Cannes before, for a different festival. But this? Directing her own film there? That’s a whole new level of awesome. It’s her story, her vision.
The film itself sounds fascinating. It’s about an older coming-of-age, which honestly, is a story we don’t get to see nearly enough. The vibe of bringing such a fresh narrative to life feels groundbreaking. We can already imagine the nuanced aesthetic she’ll bring to the screen. It’s a much-needed visual update for stories often overlooked.
Aina put it perfectly: ‘We are still missing so many stories about women.’ And she’s absolutely right. We need different perspectives. New voices. Films that show the full, rich tapestry of life.
It makes us think about the amazing stories popping up everywhere. Speaking of Cannes, remember when we talked about the upcoming documentary exploring the Beach Boys’ classic ‘Sloop John B’? Looks like Cannes is the place to be for all sorts of incredible cinema! Read more here about that unlikely journey.
While everyone’s buzzing about different things online, from big tech news to academic exams, real cinematic dreams are coming true. And they’re bringing a whole new visual style to our screens.
Our Take
We are beyond thrilled for Aina Clotet. Seriously. This is exactly the kind of film we need to see more of. Films that challenge what we expect. Films that celebrate every stage of life. It’s a huge win for women in cinema.
Her commitment to telling these ‘missing stories’ is truly inspiring. We can’t wait to see the visual magic she’s created with ‘Viva’. It sounds like a breath of fresh air, and we’re ready for it!
