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Acclaimed Uruguayan Documentary 'The Curve' Explores Life Cycle and Resilience
21 Aug
Summary
- Uruguayan documentary 'The Curve' follows legendary horse trainer nearing retirement
- Director Agustín Flores grapples with his father's suicide in the film
- 'The Curve' has won multiple awards and is seeking global distribution
The Uruguayan documentary 'The Curve' explores the life cycle and resilience of its central figure, legendary 74-year-old horse trainer Jorge Firpo, as he nears retirement. Director Agustín Flores uses Firpo's story as a metaphor for the human experience, delving into themes of emotional fragility and the drive to keep pushing forward even when everything seems lost.
Flores' own grief over his father's suicide becomes an invisible engine driving the narrative. As the camera follows Firpo's life and legacy, it also reveals Flores' internal struggle to find meaning amid the pain. The two stories intertwine in a shared quest to face the frustrations that throw us off course and discover the strength to keep moving forward.
'The Curve' has already garnered impressive accolades, including being a Spotlighted Project at the Marché du Film 2025, winning the Cannes Docs Award at Ventana Sur 2024, and receiving official mentions at other prestigious festivals. Now, Flores is working to internationalize the film before its release, hoping to secure distribution with global, regional, or local streaming services.
