Coy and smoldering attraction simmers in Argentine director Mariana Wainstein’s debut feature, “Linda,” which sees its world premiere in Toronto as part of this year’s TIFF Discovery program, showcasing debut and sophomore films from emergent global talent. The festival runs Sept. 5-15.
Produced by Argentina’s Pampa Films and co-produced by Bourke Films and Spain’s Gloriamundi Producciones, the narrative follows Linda, played by Eugenia “China” Suárez (“Alternative Therapy”), freshly employed as a housekeeper by an otherwise milquetoast family. Well-off and distracted, they move around in a tightly wound haze until she slowly coaxes their latent dreams and desires to the surface.
“It’s a film that explores family dynamics, a theme that captivates many. With a dedicated cast committed to this task, we’ve managed to create a narrative that not only entertains but also invites reflection on the importance of family relationships in our lives. Each...
Produced by Argentina’s Pampa Films and co-produced by Bourke Films and Spain’s Gloriamundi Producciones, the narrative follows Linda, played by Eugenia “China” Suárez (“Alternative Therapy”), freshly employed as a housekeeper by an otherwise milquetoast family. Well-off and distracted, they move around in a tightly wound haze until she slowly coaxes their latent dreams and desires to the surface.
“It’s a film that explores family dynamics, a theme that captivates many. With a dedicated cast committed to this task, we’ve managed to create a narrative that not only entertains but also invites reflection on the importance of family relationships in our lives. Each...
- 8/13/2024
- by Holly Jones
- Variety Film + TV
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