Spain, 2024, 20 min., Spanish with English and Bulgarian subtitles, dir. Rafa Arroyo
The fractures in the reception system of the Spanish State leave thousands of undocumented immigrants on the streets every year when they reach the age of majority. Emilia Lozano, an unwavering activist for human rights and the feminist movement, in her ongoing struggle for social justice, redefines the concept of family for many of them through love, empathy, and solidarity.
Screenwriter: Rafa Arroyo
DOP: Rafa Arroyo, Manu Rivero
Music: Javier Duch
Production: Rafa Arroyo, Matrimonio Produce, Migratorium Content
Director’s Biography:
Rafa Arroyo is a director and cinematographer from La Mancha who previously used to work as a telecommunications engineer until he decided to quit it for his passion and dream, which is working in the world of cinema. He started by directing his short films and working in the advertising industry. Now he presents his new short film, “Emilia” (2024), a documentary about love and the unchosen family.