Sirat

Sirat is a spectacular cinematic journey in which a missing daughter, desert sand, and the electronic beats of Kangding Ray create a unique cinematic experience. The Moroccan desert forms the imposing backdrop to this dangerous search, with a number of memorable moments that definitively put Spanish director Oliver Laxe (Mimosas) on the map. Luis (Sergi López) arrives with his young son Esteban (Bruno Núñez Arjona) at an illegal rave deep in the desert of Southern Morocco. He is looking for his daughter Mar, who disappeared months ago during one of these boundless parties. Desperate for a last trace of Mar, they follow a group of ravers even deeper into the desert. This becomes a physical and spiritual journey, accompanied by a hypnotic soundtrack.

Sirat won the Jury Prize at the Cannes Film Festival. Alongside actor Sergi López (Pan's Labyrinth, Lazzaro felice), Oliver Laxe relies primarily on an inexperienced cast. The film was co-produced by Pedro Almodóvar's production company and is on the Oscar shortlist for Best International Film.