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Swimming Friends Face Choice: Silence or Speak Out?
13 Feb
Summary
- Teen swimmers Paula and La Maestra confront a difficult choice after a party incident.
- Their friendship is tested as they grapple with consent and its consequences.
- The film world premieres Feb. 14 in Berlin's Generation 14plus program.
Fernanda Tovar's debut feature film, 'Sad Girlz,' centers on inseparable teen swimmers Paula and La Maestra as they train for the Junior Pan American Swimming Championships. Their close friendship faces a severe test following an incident at a party, forcing them to confront difficult choices regarding silence and speaking out.
The movie explores the aftermath of this event, as the two girls search for answers about consent and the experience. Their bond is strained as they process what happened, with their differing responses creating significant tension between them.
Director Tovar chose swimming to highlight the vulnerability of female athletes, noting the sport's inherent exposure. The film aims to portray genuine human connection and empathy, contrasting it with advancing technology. 'Sad Girlz' had its world premiere on Saturday, February 14, in the Generation 14plus program at the Berlin International Film Festival.
