Rodrigo Sorogoyen competes for Palme d'Or with toxic masculinity drama 'El ser querido'
Rodrigo Sorogoyen premieres 'El ser querido' in competition for the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival, marking his first entry in the main competition. The film stars Javier Bardem and Victoria Luengo, with Bardem playing Esteban, an Oscar-winning film director who reconnects with his daughter after 13 years. The opening scene, a tense 20-minute conversation, sets the tone for the film's exploration of toxic masculinity. Sorogoyen's screenplay is praised as intelligent and vibrant, advancing themes of memory and national identity in Spain. Critics consider this his best film to date, showcasing a maturity in his direction.
Key facts
- Rodrigo Sorogoyen competes for the Palme d'Or at Cannes for the first time.
- The film is titled 'El ser querido'.
- Javier Bardem plays Esteban, an Oscar-winning director.
- Victoria Luengo co-stars as Bardem's daughter.
- The opening scene is a nearly 20-minute tense conversation.
- The film addresses toxic masculinity.
- Themes include memory of Spain and who constructs it.
- Critics call it Sorogoyen's best film.
Entities
Artists
- Rodrigo Sorogoyen
- Javier Bardem
- Victoria Luengo
Institutions
- Cannes Film Festival
Locations
- Cannes
- France