Venice Days: María Aparicio’s ‘Sometimes Sadness, Sometimes Rebellion’ Wins GdA Director’s Award
The jury praised the film’s blend of intimate and political themes and awarded a €20,000 prize split between Aparicio and distributor Paper Moon.
- Argentinian director Maria Aparicio won the GDA Director's Award at the 2026 Venice Days for 'Sometimes Sadness, Sometimes Rebellion,' claiming a $23k cash prize to be split with international distributor Paper Moon.
- Jury head Carla Simón praised the film for its 'intimate dimension and a political charge,' commending Aparicio for 'inviting us to think about labor, immigration and privilege through a delicate mise en scène built on small gestures.'
- Starring Eva Bianco, the film follows Eva as she wanders through Madrid and encounters an Argentine historian. Lead produced by Argentina's La Buena Hora Cine, it marks Aparicio's fourth feature exploring identity and direction.
- French filmmaker Robert Guédiguian's 'A Woman Today' won the Europa Cinemas Label, while Italian director Nicola Sorcinelli's 'Balcanica' secured the People's Choice Award with 76% of audience votes, starring Matilda De Angelis.
- These films were among 10 showcased in competition this year at the Giornate degli Autori, also known as Venice Days, which highlights European films and international co-productions through specialized awards.
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