Al-Buhayra

Lucas Berwanger Moro, Manuel Rossell

LAB Spain, Brazil Documentary

Synopsis

Jessi, a young Brazilian, arrives in La Albufera, Valencia, to work with Luís, a fisherman seeking someone to continue his family business. Despite the challenges of being a woman and foreigner in a traditionally male community, Jessi fights to find her place among the fishermen of El Palmar. The documentary explores her adaptation to this environment, family tensions, and her determination to continue the legacy.

Director

Lucas Berwanger Moro

They have directed projects on critical issues such as the environment, human rights, and migration. Their notable works include Usar, Tirar y Atascar, and Fusilados, which received a Special Mention at DOCSVALÈNCIA and was screened at the Málaga Film Festival. They are currently producing and directing Al-Buhayra and developing the short films Blaves i Roges and Submarí with À Punt Mèdia.

Al-Buhayra

Film information

Int. title: Al-Buhayra
Director: Lucas Berwanger Moro, Manuel Rossell
Script: Lucas Berwanger Moro, Manuel Rossell
Production: Al Cuadrado Films
Country: Spain, Brazil
Year: 2025
Format: DCP
Language: Catalan, Portuguese, Spanish
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