Ester Expósito Eyes Dark Comedy 'Stink Eye'

Spanish star Ester Expósito is in discussions to lead "Stink Eye" ("Malmirada"), the upcoming feature film from Colombian director-writer Cristina Sánchez Salamanca. This project marks Salamanca's directorial debut, following her acclaimed short film "Bebé" which premiered at the 2022 Tribeca Festival. Goya-nominated cinematographer Gris Jordana is also attached to the production.

The drama centers on 13-year-old Nina, whose world is disrupted when her father leaves her mother for a model-influencer, a role eyed by Expósito. Expósito, a social media powerhouse with millions of followers, would portray Belén, the striking new wife. The situation forces Nina to live with her father and Belén, leading her to create a black market for her stepmother's stolen underwear to improve social standing.

This act becomes a catalyst for Nina's self-discovery, as she grapples with her identity and sexuality. The narrative delves into Nina's growing closeness with her stepmother, Belén, creating internal conflict regarding her feelings towards her biological mother. Director Salamanca has drawn inspiration from her own childhood experiences for the storyline, aiming to explore the darker aspects of growing up.

"Stink Eye" is a production by Continente Pictures, led by Sánchez Salamanca and Duván Duque Vargas, in collaboration with Spain's Ringo Media and France's Dibona Films. The film promises a dark comedy body horror approach to the complexities of adolescence and societal validation of women's worth.