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Málaga Festival Buzz Title ‘Runner,’ Sold by Latido, Introduces Talent-to-Track Director Laura García Alonso
- Runner makes its debut at the Málaga Film Festival, introducing Laura García Alonso's feature directorial debut.
- The film is sold by Latido Films and produced with Distinto Films and Elastica Films for a strong production package.
- Alba Sáez stars as Cris, the athlete grappling with a psychotic break during a national championships prep.
- The director aims to portray mental illness with depth, avoiding sensationalism and focusing on recovery and hope.
- Garcia notes the film's research included interviews with mental health professionals and disciplined preparation for realism.
- Marina Salas and Alex Brendemühl co-star, adding depth to Cris's sister and father roles.
- The film’s running sequences were intentionally filmed to maintain continuity and realism.
- García Alonso hints at future projects exploring unknown territories and challenging topics.
- Malaga screening positions Runner for international buyer attention at Spain Screenings.
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