Through Her Lens | Los Domingos

Alauda Ruiz de Azúa
Thu 21 May 19:30

Seventeen-year-old Ainara is an intelligent and idealistic young woman who lost her mother at an early age. Like her devout mother and other family members, she attends a Christian school. Everyone around her expects her to pursue higher education, but she herself seems more drawn to a contemplative life as a nun.

LOS DOMINGOS

When Ainara tells her family that she is considering entering a convent, it sparks a range of reactions. Her father has doubts but above all wants to support his daughter. Her atheist aunt Maite believes her niece is about to throw her life away. Does she truly want this, or has she been influenced by the spiritual guidance at her school?

Los Domingos by Spanish director Alauda Ruiz de Azúa (Dicen, Cinco Lobitos) offers plenty of material for discussion, exploring both the positive aspects and the downsides of Ainara’s religious calling. At the same time, it raises questions about tolerance, indoctrination, conformity, and personal freedom. Through subtle observations and sharp dialogue, the film creates a compelling portrait of a young girl trying to find her own path.

The film was a major success in Spain, winning no fewer than five Goya Awards, including Best Film and Best Director. Los Domingos had its world premiere at the San Sebastián International Film Festival, where it won five awards, including the Golden Shell for Best Film. In the Netherlands, the film premiered at the International Film Festival Rotterdam.

THROUGH HER LENS
Through Her Lens is an international film night that centres female perspectives. Everyone is welcome and no membership is required. We screen films made by women or stories told through their lens, followed by space for conversation and connection.

This series is organised in collaboration with Thryves. Thryves brings together entrepreneurs who believe that how we connect matters as much as what we build. Through shared experiences, moments and spaces, we explore what it means to belong, find purpose and grow.

 

Through Her Lens | Los Domingos
Direction
Alauda Ruiz de Azúa
Cast
Blanca Soroa, Patricia López Arnaiz
Duration
117 min
RELEASE
Thu 14 May
Year
2025
Country
Spain, France
Language
Spanish, Basque, English
Subtitles
Dutch

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