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Original Film Title: PAPOTA
Director’s Name: Martín Piroyansky
Writer’s Name: Martín Piroyansky, Fernando Echegaray
Producer: Chino Fernández, Federico Ameglio, Lula Meliche, Pío Filgueira Risso, Rafa Arcuate
Country of Origin: Argentina
Country of Filming: Uruguay
Language: Spanish
Runtime: 16 minutes 40 seconds
Film Description:
In parallel to the launch of their new EP, CA7RIEL & Paco Amoroso present a short film directed by Martin Piroyansky and with the special participation of Martín Bossi. Through a visually innovative proposal, the film exposes the pressures of the music industry and the impact of success of the artistic identity.
After their Tiny Desk went viral on a global level, the duo captured the attention of Gymbaland, an influential music rep who promises to take their career to the next level and get them a Latin Chaddy. However, the road to stardom has a price. We see them get trapped between the industry’s expectations and imposter syndrome as the artists begin to modify their image and behavior to fit into hegemonic standards.
With a tone that oscillates between humor and criticism, the short film reflects a fight between authenticity and fame, exploring how external demands can fracture the strongest ties. The story reaches a climax when the relationship between both gets strained, not only placing in doubt their career but in their friendship as well.
In the end, CA7RIEL & Paco Amoroso find in their bond the key to resist to the industry’s impositions, reaffirming their essence and leaving a reflection about what success truly signifies.