CIRUELO
Directed by Romel Vargas and written by Darina Eid, Ciruelo is a poignant drama that explores identity, love, and societal repression in rural Bolivia. The film follows Thiago and Samia as they struggle with authenticity in a world that demands conformity. Thiago, hiding his true self, engages in a deceptive heterosexual relationship with Samia, who, in turn, battles her own grief and societal expectations.
Key Crew:
Director: Romel Vargas
Writer: Darina Eid
Producers: Darina Eid, Jhonny Plata, Elisabeth Salazar, Romel Vargas
Cinematographer: Esteban Cruz
Editors: Jhonny Plata, Romel Vargas
Music: Gabriel Lema, Olvis Rojas
Recognized at international film festivals, Ciruelo has garnered awards and media attention, spotlighting LGBTQ+ struggles in rural Bolivia.
Selected Awards and Recognitions:
Cannes Indie Shorts Awards – Semifinalist for the Cannes New Waves Online Event
Hollywood Shortsfest – Honorable Mention & Official Selection for the Hollywood Shortsfest Virtual Event
Festival de Cine Diablo de Oro (Golden Devil Film Festival) – Official Selection & Guest of Honor Invitation
Ciruelo has garnered significant media attention, with features in major Bolivian newspapers such as Los Tiempos and Opinión. Interviews about the film have also been broadcast on prominent TV channels, including Bolivia TV Regional Cochabamba and Abya Yala TV.
