Every year, the Cannes Film Festival showcases exceptional films of diverse genres and origins. Karim Aïnouz 's Motel Destino is part of the official selection, promising a unique exploration of themes of desire and conflict. Lead actors Iago Xavier and Nataly Rocha portray complex characters engaged in struggles for justice and equality.
According to the synopsis, "Motel Destino" is set in Ceará, a place marked by constant 30-degree Celsius heat. The film follows a young man and a woman as they navigate through trials imposed by a system that seeks to oppress them. They seek to defy the power structures that threaten their existence and establish a sense of autonomy and freedom.
Karim Aïnouz was already in competition in the official selection at Cannes last year with Le jeu de la reine. The director is renowned for his cinematic approach that highlights critical social issues through poignant, personal narratives. For example, in his film Invisible Life he explored the social injustices suffered by two sisters in Rio de Janeiro in the 1950s, earning him several international accolades.
Thierry Frémaux commented:"Motel Destino is a film in the very personal vein of Karim Aïnouz, who has returned to his northeastern hometown to shoot a sexual comedy, (...) evoking questions of desire and love in 2024."
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