Un rubio (The Blonde One) is a 2019 Argentine drama film directed by Marco Berger. The film stars Gastón Re and Alfonso Barón in the lead roles. It was produced by Oh My Gomez! Films and distributed by Salzgeber & Co. Medien GmbH. The film has a running time of 108 minutes.
Synopsis:
The movie revolves around two men, Gabriel (Gastón Re) and Juan (Alfonso Barón), who become roommates and develop an attraction towards each other. As they navigate their feelings, they also deal with societal pressures and their own insecurities.
Review:
Un rubio received critical acclaim for its sensitive portrayal of same-sex desire and the exploration of masculinity. The film’s direction and performances were also praised, particularly those of the lead actors. The film’s cinematography and music were also highlighted for their contribution to the emotional depth of the story. The film was considered a groundbreaking work in LGBTQ cinema, and it was praised for its bold and honest depiction of same-sex desire.
Awards:
Un rubio won several awards at international film festivals, including the Teddy Award for Best Feature Film at the 2019 Berlin International Film Festival, the Queer Lion at the 2019 Venice Film Festival, and the Best Film award at the 2019 Festival Mix Brasil de Cultura da Diversidade. The film also received nominations at the 2020 Goya Awards for Best Iberoamerican Film and Best Original Song.
| Dirección | Marco Berger, |
|---|---|
| Producción | Marco Berger |
| Guion | Marco Berger |
| Música | Pedro Irusta |
| Fotografía | Marco Berger |
| Montaje | Marco Berger |
| Protagonistas | Alfonso Barón, Gaston Re, |
| País | Argentina |
| Año | 2019 |
| Género | Drama |
| Duración | 108 minutos |
| Clasificación | PM16 |
| Idioma(s) | Español |
| Compañías | |
| Productora | Universidad del Cine |
