17:21 | London (UK), Dec. 9.
Internationally-acclaimed Peruvian movie "Retablo" has been shortlisted in the Outstanding Debut by a British Writer, Director or Producer category at BAFTA's EE British Academy Film Awards, to be held in London on February 2, 2020.
"Great news. Retablo has been shortlisted for the BAFTA Awards (known as the British Oscars). The announcement was made today. Retablo is one of the 10 shortlisted films for the Outstanding Debut by a British Writer, Director or Producer category," the publication reads.
"We are extremely proud and excited about this news. It is unbelievable how Retablo keeps touching the hearts of everyone around the world!!! Thanks to all of you for continuing to join us on this great adventure!!!" it adds.
Plot
The heart of the story is the relationship between Segundo, an Ayacucho born-teenager played by Junior Bejar Roca, and his father Noe, a retablo artist portrayed by Amiel Cayo.
They both live in a bucolic but poor place under the care of the family matriarch.
Segundo Paucar follows —with admiration— the work of his father, a retablo artist, who mentors him in the retablo's universe by sharing his knowledge so that he can carry on the family legacy.
Nevertheless, Segundo —destined to replace his father— is undergoing a sexual awakening.
Antonia —played by Peruvian actress and singer Magaly Solier— is Segundo's proud mother and the person that keeps the family united until an unexpected event disturbs the harmony at home.
Being more aware of this human aspect will signify the end of innocence and of a fanciful relationship with his father. The homophobia and discrimination against people of different sexual orientation appear in the previously peaceful place.
Most of the film tries to imitate the aesthetic of a retablo —the truck hopper, the door and window frames, and the hillside grotto—, which is an ingenious plastic resource.
The best scenes feature the main pair and, eventually, Segundo and his best friend.
This award was established to encourage British filmmaking by recognizing individuals in the selected disciplines whose first film sets them apart as a talent with a distinct vision and potential.
It was previously presented as the Carl Foreman Award for Special Achievement by a British Writer, Director or Producer in their First Feature Film.
"New talent is the lifeblood of the British film industry. This shortlist of 10 films shines a light on a diverse group of talented debut British filmmakers who demonstrate that the future of British film is in good hands," Chair of BAFTA's Film Committee Marc Samuelson said.
Nominations for all categories will be announced on January 7, 2020, with the EE Rising Star nominations announced the previous day, Monday 6 January.
The
EE British Academy Film Awards will take place on February 2, 2020, at the Royal Albert Hall. The ceremony is broadcast in all major territories around the world.
About BAFTA
Through its Awards ceremonies and year-round program of learning events and initiatives – which includes workshops, masterclasses, scholarships, lectures and mentoring schemes in the UK, USA and Asia – BAFTA identifies and celebrates excellence, discovers, inspires and nurtures new talent, and enables learning and creative collaboration.
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Published: 12/9/2019