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Mataperra

Rachel Trudeau / 2024 / 21 min. / Canada / FRENCH

Synopsis

Yelda del Carmen leaves her Cuban homeland for Montreal, where she must rebuild her dance career from scratch. Before fully dedicating herself to her dance aspirations, she undertakes a unique climbing adventure in Cuba. She aims to leave a lasting imprint on history by becoming the first Cuban woman to conquer three mythical ascents.

Cast & Crew

Screenplay : Rachel Trudeau, Marie-Élise Faucher
Cinematographer : Yannick Nolin, Nicolas Desaulniers Lamoureux
Editor : Rachel Trudeau, Thomas Bourget, Héctor Quintana
Sound : Mathieu Huard
Sound mix : Jean-Samuel Morais, William Morais
Sound editor : Jean-Samuel Morais, William Morais
Music : Jean-Samuel Morais, William Morais, Ernesto Robles
Cast : Yelda del Carmen

Genre

Documentaire

Topics

Dance, Sports

Biography

Rachel Trudeau, a rising filmmaker and director based in Quebec, is known for her passion for the mountains, both as a personal playground and as a source of inspiration for her cinematic works. With a focus on themes of identity, femininity, and community, her creations delve deep into the human experience.

Director's statement

Mataperra is my desire to tell a timeless story that transcends geographical and cultural boundaries, to explore the emotional connections that endure despite distance and life's upheavals.

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