La Malesa (2023)

La Malesa (2023) poster

Jana, a girl suffering from depression, escapes to her grandmother's country house in a desperate impulse to escape from her increasingly destructive thoughts. She is searching for the warmth emanating from her grandmother Helena and the home that saw her grow up between summers and holidays, but nothing tears her away from her unease. The forest that surrounds the house further immerses Jana in her loneliness, taking her to the limits of her own darkness.

Director: Pol Rodríguez, Alexa Lopezosa, Laia Safont
Genre: Drama, Fantasy
Runtime: 18 min
Release Date:

Cast

Screenplay

Music: Biela Sánchez
Cinematography: Pol Rodríguez
Editing: Alba Lorza, Marina Rof
Production: Universitat Pompeu Fabra
Country: Spain
Language: Català
Original Language: ca

Themes

Battle with Depression and Hope, Suicidal Thoughts and Despair, Magical Realism and Wonders, Mental Health and Inner Struggle

Keywords

depression, countryside, forest, magic realism, mental health, country cottage, fantastic realism, bosque, psychological

More Films by Director: Pol Rodríguez, Alexa Lopezosa, Laia Safont
More Films in Genre: Drama, Fantasy

Frequently Asked Questions

What is La Malesa about?
Jana, a girl suffering from depression, escapes to her grandmother's country house in a desperate impulse to escape from her increasingly destructive thoughts. She is searching for the warmth emanating from her grandmother Helena and the home that saw her grow up between summers and holidays, but nothing tears her away from her unease. The forest that surrounds the house further immerses Jana in her loneliness, taking her to the limits of her own darkness.
Who directed La Malesa?
La Malesa was directed by Pol Rodríguez, Alexa Lopezosa, Laia Safont.
Who stars in La Malesa?
La Malesa stars Laura Grau Dalmau, Maria del Carmen Santín, Jana Pasqual Cercós.
How long is La Malesa?
La Malesa has a runtime of 18m (18 minutes).
What genre is La Malesa?
La Malesa is a Drama, Fantasy film.
Where was La Malesa produced?
La Malesa was produced in Spain.
What are the themes of La Malesa?
The themes of La Malesa include: Battle with Depression and Hope, Suicidal Thoughts and Despair, Magical Realism and Wonders, Mental Health and Inner Struggle.