La Primera Piedra 2018 Short Film 2021
(2018) explores a provocative and enigmatic relationship between an estranged mother and son.
The narrative utilizes a single location to build tension, focusing on characters who are "using each other for one thing only," blending religious imagery with provocative interpersonal dynamics. 🌐 Confusion with Other Titles
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with the director, Ventura Rodríguez.
While the film was released in 2018, it has remained part of the short film circuit and filmmaker portfolios into 2021 and beyond. La primera piedra (Cortometraje 2018) - Videos - IMDb Other "La primera piedra" Shorts with the director,
Alberto Fernández Prados. * Writer. Alberto Fernández Prados. * Isabel Ampudia. Ventura Rodríguez. La primera piedra (Short 2018) - IMDb
Approximately 22 minutes (though some versions vary). 🎭 Cast and Synopsis * Writer
| Feature | | Short Film 2: Western (2012/2015) | Short Film 3: Crowdfunding (2021) | Short Film 4: A Primeira Pedra (2018) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Year | 2018 | 2012 (Production) / 2015 (Release) | 2021 (Campaign) | 2018 | | Country | Spain | Spain | Spain | Brazil | | Genre | Drama / Thriller | Western / Drama | Drama | Documentary | | Runtime | Approx. 3:31 minutes | 22 minutes | - | 56 minutes | | Production | Notodofilmfest | Luna de Itaca Producciones | Lanzanos.com (Crowdfunding) | Couro de Rato, Canal Futura | | Key Theme | Deception & Hidden Agendas | Religious Hypocrisy & Grief | Independent Filmmaking & Community Support | Social Critique & Lynch Mobs | | Notable Info | Part of a major Spanish short film festival. | Inspired by William Faulkner. | A successful crowdfunding project. | Nominated for an International Emmy Award. |
The plot centers on a tense, intimate interaction between an older woman and a younger man. The script intentionally keeps the true nature of their connection ambiguous. Are they an estranged mother and son attempting a dysfunctional reunion? Or is she a manipulative figure, perhaps a rogue nun, engaging in an illicit power dynamic?
: The film explores themes of desire, frustration, taboo, and hypocrisy . A notable scene involves a heated argument where characters trade insults about their pasts, legitimacy, and social standing—specifically debating whether a mother's struggle as a single parent makes her a hero or if she is viewed through a more cynical lens by her community.
During its run, "La Primera Piedra" was highly regarded in the festival circuit for its artistic ambition.