Overview

• Albert Serra's first documentary, 'Tardes de soledad,' follows celebrated torero Andrés Roca Rey, capturing his life in and out of the arena.
• The film juxtaposes the torero's vulnerability with the ritualistic brutality of bullfighting, presenting an unflinching and neutral perspective.
• Critics have praised the documentary's aesthetic rigor, emphasizing its focus on textures, movements, and the existential intensity of the corrida.
• 'Tardes de soledad' won the prestigious Concha de Oro at the San Sebastián International Film Festival in September 2024.
• The film's theatrical release on March 26, 2025, has reignited discussions on its artistic and thematic exploration of mortality and solitude.