Estrella, cometa, satélite y planeta (2025)
A documentary celebrating the life of Fernando Estrella, a pioneering LGBTI activist and beloved cultural icon. Through testimonies from friends and collaborators, it traces his fearless advocacy, artistic brilliance, and deep impact on queer visibility in Spain—from the Movida Madrileña to his influential presence in Palma. A chef, performer, and actor in Almodóvar’s films, Estrella defied norms and built community, especially through his legendary restaurant, Flexa. The film culminates in the surreal and moving farewell party held just before his death in 2023, a testament to the love he inspired.
Director: Pedro de Echave
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 65 min
Release Date: June 14, 2025
Cast
Screenplay
Cinematography: Jaume Caldentey
Production: IB3, Quindrop, La Perifèrica
Country: Spain
Language: Català, Español
Original Language: es
More Films by Director: Pedro de Echave
More Films in Genre: Documentary
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Estrella, cometa, satélite y planeta about?
- A documentary celebrating the life of Fernando Estrella, a pioneering LGBTI activist and beloved cultural icon. Through testimonies from friends and collaborators, it traces his fearless advocacy, artistic brilliance, and deep impact on queer visibility in Spain—from the Movida Madrileña to his influential presence in Palma. A chef, performer, and actor in Almodóvar’s films, Estrella defied norms and built community, especially through his legendary restaurant, Flexa. The film culminates in the surreal and moving farewell party held just before his death in 2023, a testament to the love he inspired.
- Who directed Estrella, cometa, satélite y planeta?
- Estrella, cometa, satélite y planeta was directed by Pedro de Echave.
- Who stars in Estrella, cometa, satélite y planeta?
- Estrella, cometa, satélite y planeta stars Eduardo Casanova, La Terremoto de Alcorcón, Rossy de Palma, Fernando Fernández Jiménez, Pep Noguera, Joan Bauzá.
- How long is Estrella, cometa, satélite y planeta?
- Estrella, cometa, satélite y planeta has a runtime of 1h 5m (65 minutes).
- What genre is Estrella, cometa, satélite y planeta?
- Estrella, cometa, satélite y planeta is a Documentary film.
- Where was Estrella, cometa, satélite y planeta produced?
- Estrella, cometa, satélite y planeta was produced in Spain.