The Dance of the Starling
The story of a boy who had a relationship in the Madrid of the 80s in complete secrecy. The fear of flying away from the mass and of being seen from the distance, gave rise to a relationship in which everything was kept hidden. His boyfriend disappears without a trace and the only memory he has of him are the letters that were never sent. Already in old age, he remembers that time and reflects on love and how society prevailed over their relationship.
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📋 Film Details
| Original Title | El baile del estornino |
| Year | 2020 |
| Director | Bárbara Fernández |
| Runtime | 13 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 1.0/10 (2 votes) |
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The film constructs its narrative through the poignant contrast between the constrained passion of youth and the reflective calm of old age. It explores not just a mystery of disappearance, but the emotional architecture of memory itself, where love is perpetually shaded by fear.
What lingers after viewing is a quiet sorrow and a contemplation of the life not fully lived. It's a subtle reflection on the personal costs of societal conformity. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Bárbara Fernández
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On a quiet evening, alone, to fully absorb its melancholic, reflective mood.
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