Almudena

Filmed through the prism of grief, documentary ‘Almudena’ is director Azucena Rodrigues’ ode to one of Spain’s renowned writers who was also a dear friend. The late Almudena Grandes was the voice of her generation, exploring not only contemporary issues but dwelling as well in the memory of the Spanish Civil War. 　　In the documentary, Grandes speaks as she describes her worldview and how she sees life and the art of writing. The film seeks to preserve her memory and honor her life and work while also acknowledging the profound emptiness her passing has left behind. Luis García Montero, her husband, steps into that void, offering a deeply personal reflection on a writer who, like few others, captured the essence of her generation’s collective voices.