Madrid, Spain — Óliver Laxe’s film Sirāt has been selected as Spain’s entry for the Academy Awards in the international feature film category. The film, which debuted at the Cannes Film Festival, secured a prestigious jury prize, sharing this honor with Sound of Falling, directed by Mascha Schilinski.
Sirāt narrates the gripping story of a father and son searching for their missing daughter and sister during a rave set against the mountainous backdrop of southern Morocco. The cast features talent like Sergi López and Bruno Núñez Arjona, bringing emotional depth to this poignant narrative.
The decision to choose Sirāt as the representative for Spain follows a competitive selection process, which included other noteworthy contenders such as Sorda by Eva Libertad and Romería by Carla Simón.
The Match Factory is managing international distribution of Sirāt, while Neon purchased North American rights during the Cannes festival. In Spain, BTeam Pictures made the film available to local audiences in June.
This marks Laxe’s fourth feature film, building on his previous works which include Fire Will Come, Mimosas, and You All Are Captains. The film showcases a collaborative production effort that includes renowned figures like Pedro Almodóvar, Agustin Almodóvar, and Esther Garcia, who are associated with the production firm El Deseo. Other contributors to the project include Xavi Font and Laxe from Filmes Da Ermida, Oriol Maymo from Uri Films, Mani Mortazavi and Andrea Queralt from 4A4 Productions, and Domingo Corral from Movistar Plus+.
As the Oscar race heats up, Sirāt stands out not only for its captivating narrative but also for its connections to celebrated Spanish cinema. The film’s journey from Cannes to the Oscars will be closely watched by film enthusiasts and industry professionals alike.
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