A Bright Sun
A Catalan apocalyptic coming-of-age drama premiered in 2023.
A Bright Sun (Un sol radiant) is a 2023 Spanish apocalyptic coming-of-age drama in Catalan, directed by Mònica Cambra and Ariadna Fortuny. It stars Laia Artigas, Nunu Sales, Núria Prims, and Jaume Villalta, and follows 11-year-old Mila through her final days before the world ends. The film premiered at the D'A Film Festival in Barcelona on 24 March 2023, and Begin Again Films released it in Spanish theatres on 17 May 2024.
Quick Facts
- Director
- Mònica Cambra Domínguez, Ariadna Fortuny Cardona
- Screenplay
- Ariadna Fortuny Cardona, Clàudia Garcia de Dios
- Starring
- Laia Artigas
- Nunu Sales
- Núria Prims
- Jaume Villalta
- Editing
- Mónica Cambra Domínguez, Lucía Herrera Pérez
- Cinematography
- Àssia J. La-Roca Pérez
- Music
- Guillermo Martorell
- Studio
- Atiende Films
- Distributor
- Begin Again Films
Facts from the source article.
Background
Eleven-year-old Mila is at the center of this Catalan-language film, which follows her final days before the apocalypse. The project began as a degree thesis for five graduates of Pompeu Fabra University, including the directors Mònica Cambra and Ariadna Fortuny. An Atiende Films production, it was filmed across several locations in Catalonia’s Baix Camp region, such as Masboquera, L'Hospitalet de l'Infant, Colldejou, Toll de l'Olla, Pratdip, La Mussara, and Remullà. The movie also screened at the Gijón International Film Festival during its festival run.
Did You Know?
- Rubén Romero Santos of Cinemanía rated it 4 out of 5 stars, praising its blend of 'haptic delicacy' and 'unredeemed nihilism'.
- The film received nominations at both the 17th Gaudí Awards and the 12th Feroz Awards.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who directed A Bright Sun?
A Bright Sun was directed by Mònica Cambra Domínguez and Ariadna Fortuny Cardona.
Who composed the music for A Bright Sun?
The music for A Bright Sun was composed by Guillermo Martorell.
Who wrote A Bright Sun?
A Bright Sun was written by Ariadna Fortuny Cardona and Clàudia Garcia de Dios.
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