In a recent interview with Variety, Barcelona‑based director Mikel Gurrea revealed that his latest feature, Saints, was born out of a desire to find a story close to home. Gurrea, who lives in the city’s Sants district, said that after shooting his previous film in a remote woodland setting, he wanted to turn to the familiar streets and neighbourhoods that surround him.
“I live in Barcelona’s district of Sants and, having done my previous film in the woods, this time I wanted to find fiction at my doorstep,” Gurrea told Variety. The director’s choice to stay local marks a shift from the more isolated locations of his earlier work.
International buyers M‑Appeal have secured distribution rights for Saints, signalling confidence in the film’s potential to reach audiences beyond Spain. The deal follows the director’s growing reputation for blending intimate storytelling with striking visual environments.
While the interview did not detail the plot of Saints, Gurrea’s comments suggest a film rooted in everyday life, drawing on the cultural tapestry of Sants. The district, known for its vibrant community and historic architecture, provides a rich backdrop for the director’s new project.
Gurrea’s conversation with Variety highlights his commitment to crafting narratives that resonate locally yet appeal globally, a balance that has attracted international interest in his work.
<small>Source: Variety — read the original story there.</small>
