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Spanish actor Paz Vega will direct the feature film 'Ana No', a historical drama based on a novel by Goncourt Prize finalist Agustín Gómez Arcos. The film, starring Angela Molina, is set for production this fall and will be presented at Cannes. Vega's first directorial effort, 'Rita', earned her a Goya Award nomination.
Facts First
- Paz Vega directs 'Ana No', her second feature after debut 'Rita'.
- Film is based on novel by Agustín Gómez Arcos, set in late-1960s Spain.
- Stars Angela Molina, known for 'That Obscure Object of Desire'.
- Production begins fall 2024, presented at Cannes on May 17.
- Produced by Aralan Films, Blacklight Films, and Ombre Rosse Film Production.
What Happened
Spanish actor Paz Vega is set to direct the feature film 'Ana No', which is based on a novel by Goncourt Prize finalist Agustín Gómez Arcos. The film's plot follows a 75-year-old widow who travels across Spain to see her son, who has been jailed for 30 years following the Spanish Civil War. 'Ana No' stars Angela Molina, and production is scheduled to begin this fall. Film Factory Entertainment sold 'Ana No' at this year's Cannes Festival, and Paz Vega will present the film at Cannes on May 17.
Why this Matters to You
If you follow Spanish cinema or historical dramas, this project may bring a notable literary adaptation to screen with a cast and director who have award-winning backgrounds. The film's presentation at Cannes could indicate it is seeking international attention and distribution.
What's Next
Production for 'Ana No' is scheduled to begin this fall. BTeam Pictures will handle distribution in Spain. The film's presentation at Cannes on May 17 may generate further sales or festival interest.