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Fonzi Unveils First Look at ‘Belén’ Ahead of September Release

Portraying a landmark reproductive rights case, the film will reach Prime Video viewers worldwide after its Argentine theatrical debut.

Belén. Foto: Prime Video.
La película esta basada en el libro Somos Belén de Ana Correa.

Overview

  • Dolores Fonzi serves as director and lead actress in her second film following her 2023 debut with Blondi.
  • Adapted from Ana Correa’s book Somos Belén, the screenplay was co-written by Fonzi and Laura Paredes to preserve authenticity.
  • Belén dramatizes the wrongful 2014 detention of Julieta in Tucumán and her defense by lawyer Soledad Deza, which galvanized a global reproductive rights movement.
  • The cast features Camila Plaate as Julieta alongside Laura Paredes, Julieta Cardinali and Sergio Prina, with special appearances from Luis Machín and César Troncoso.
  • Produced by K&S Films for Amazon MGM Studios, Belén opens in Argentine cinemas on September 18 before streaming on Prime Video in 240 territories.