2024-08-29 00:36:27
The Jayro Bustamante’s latest film, Rita was selected to represent Guatemala at the Colibrí Film Awardsone of the most prestigious awards in the film industry in Ecuador. How cool! The film was nominated for the category of «Best Ibero-American Film» and if confirmed as one of the nominated works, it could win its second award.
Rita selected to represent Guatemala at the Colibrí Film Awards in Ecuador
The movie «Rita» ―directed by the renowned Guatemalan filmmaker Jayro Bustamante―, has gained notoriety both in Guatemala and abroad. Since its premiere, it has managed to remain on national billboards for more than two weeks, capturing the public’s attention with a story based on real events, which mixes magical realism, adventure, terror and suspense. Its success has also been reflected in the international arena, where, during its world premierewon the Best Cinematography award at the International Fantasia Festival in Montreal, Canada.
The most notable recent achievement for “Rita” is her selection for represent Guatemala in the category of “Best Ibero-American Film” at the Colibrí Film Awards in EcuadorThe announcement was made on August 22 by La Casa de Producción, one of the producers behind the film, which thanked the Guatemalan Academy of Cinematographic Arts and Sciences for their support in applying for this competition. With this news, the audiovisual work continues to “spread its wings” on the international film scene.
In July 2024, the Colibrí Awards called on film academies from each country belonging to the Ibero-American Federation of Academies of Cinematographic Arts and Sciences —FIACINE— to nominate an audiovisual work in the category of “Best Ibero-American Film.” It is in this context that Rita was selected to represent Guatemala, a recognition that, although it does not guarantee a final nomination, already places the film in a prominent position in the region. The nominated works have not yet been announced, but stay tuned to the content of Guatemala.com, as we will be sharing with you the good news that we already expect for the film.
Colibrí Awards, the most prestigious awards in Ecuadorian cinema
Los Colibri Film Awards ―organized by the Academy of Audiovisual and Cinematographic Arts of Ecuador―, are one of the most prestigious awards in Ecuadorian cinema and audiovisuals. These awards recognize the work of filmmakers and professionals, both Ecuadorian and foreign residents in Ecuador, and have a special category for Ibero-American productions: Best Ibero-American Film.
The relevance of the Colibrí Awards lies not only in their national recognition but also in their international projection. On their website, the organizers highlight the objective of providing a high-level award that promotes and celebrates Ecuadorian film production and its technical and creative talents. Since its first edition in 2010, and especially after resuming the award ceremony in 2015, the Colibrí Awards have contributed significantly to the growth of the film industry in Ecuador, which has seen a notable increase in the number of films produced annually.
What is the movie about?
Rita is a film production that explores profound themes through a narrative that combines elements of magical realism with adventure, horror and suspense. The story follows a 13-year-old girl who, after escaping from a home where she is abusive at the hands of her father, finds refuge in a state safe house. However, her search for freedom leads her to try to escape again, this time with other girls who share her fate.
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