Libertad 2021
Clara Roquet's debut feature Libertad (2021) casts a tender yet unsettling spell over a sun-drenched Catalonian summer.
Director: Clara Roquet
Cast
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Libertad (2021) about?
Libertad (2021) follows Nora, a quiet 14-year-old enduring her parents' separation while summering on Catalonia's Costa Brava with her Alzheimer's-stricken grandmother. Her uneventful season erupts when Libertad, a bold 15-year-old Colombian girl, enters the picture, forcing Nora to confront forbidden desires and the messy reality of growing up.
Who directed Libertad?
Libertad was directed by Clara Roquet, marking her feature debut with a visually striking and emotionally raw drama.
Who stars in Libertad?
The film stars Maria Morera Colomer as Nora, Nicolle García as Libertad, and features Nora Navas, Carol Hurtado, Vicky Peña, and Carlos Alcaide in pivotal supporting roles.
Is Libertad (2021) worth watching?
As an unrated drama steeped in coming-of-age themes, Libertad offers a poignant exploration of rebellion and self-discovery. Clara Roquet's assured direction and the authentic performances make it a compelling watch for fans of thoughtful, atmospheric cinema.
How long is Libertad?
Libertad runs for 109 minutes.
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About Libertad (2021) — A summer of secrets, storms, and the first dangerous taste of freedom
Clara Roquet's debut feature Libertad (2021) casts a tender yet unsettling spell over a sun-drenched Catalonian summer. When the Vidal family retreats to the wild, windswept Costa Brava with their grandmother Ángela—her memory fading under Alzheimer's shadow—14-year-old Nora expects another dull season of parental silences and childish boredom. That all changes the day Libertad arrives: the 15-year-old daughter of Ángela's caretaker, a free-spirited Colombian girl whose unruly energy and raw honesty shatter Nora's sheltered world. As Nora's carefully ordered life collides with Libertad's impulsive spirit, the two girls navigate forbidden territories of desire, betrayal, and the painful first steps toward adulthood.
Shot through with a simmering tension between safety and risk, Roquet crafts a coming-of-age drama that feels both intimate and explosive. The film's lush coastal setting mirrors the emotional turbulence within, where clear skies hide sudden storms and every secret glance carries the weight of future consequences.