Scene from Pelo malo (2013)
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Actresses in this Scene
Birth Name: Samantha Castillo
Birth Date: 1980-03-12
Birth Place: Caracas, Libertador Municipality, Venezuela
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Full Biography
Samantha Castillo, Venezuelan actress, was born on March 12th, 1980, in Los Teques, Venezuela.
With more than fifteen years of theater experience, Samantha has a Bachelors degree in Arts at Central University of Venezuela, and additional acting training in different techniques and schools in Venezuela and Cuba.
In the cinema field, she has been awarded numerous times for her performance in national and international festivals. The role that has given her most recognition was "Marta" in the film Pelo Malo by Mariana Rondon (winning film of La Concha de Oro at the San Sebastian Festival 2013). Samantha accompanied the film in a circuit of more than 15 international festivals, earning seven awards and two nominations for her role as Marta.
In Malquerido by Diego Risquez, she played La Lupe, an icon of Latin music, being recognized as best supporting actress at the Merida Film Festival and the Caracas Film Festival in Venezuela.
In the film El Amparo by Rober Calzadilla (winner film of the Public Award in Biarritz), Samantha had an additional challenge, along with the artistic team, being immersed in isolation in the Venezuelan plains for over 2 months. This enabled real acquisition of the physical and emotional subtleties required by the character. Samantha received a special mention as Supporting Actress at the Merida Film Festival in Venezuela.
In Le Badanti by Italian director Marco Pollini, Samantha played Lola, a Latin American immigrant in Italy. To excel in her interpretation, Samantha studied Italian intensively during the previous months and took Pole Dance lessons for a one-minute sequence in the film.
Samantha has also contributed to theater research and teaching in Venezuela, developing professional training programs for young actors, stressing both practical and theoretical work elements of the actor. These trainings have taken place in theater schools in Caracas, The Higher School of Performing Arts Juana Sujo and The School of Musical Theater of Caracas.
About the Movie: Pelo malo (2013)
Alternative Title: Príserný vlasy, Halia malli, Göndör fürtök, Prasta sukuosena, Cabelo Rebelde, Loša kosa, Bad Hair
Director: Mariana Rondón
Writer: Mariana Rondón
Production & Genre
Producer(s): Producer: Marité Ugás
Companies: Artefactos S.F, Imagen Latina, La Sociedad Post, Hanfgarn & Ufer Filmproduktion, Sudaca Films
Genre: Drama, Lgbt-Related Film
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Keywords: woman director
Story
In 'Pelo Malo,' a nine-year-old boy becomes obsessed with straightening his naturally curly hair to resemble his idol, the popular TV character Chino y Nacho. His single mother, who works tirelessly to provide for them, becomes increasingly concerned and frustrated by her son's fixation. This concern escalates into panic when she fears her son might be gay due to his interest in his appearance and female pop stars like Lady Gaga. The film follows their strained relationship as they navigate this issue.
Summary
'Pelo Malo,' directed by Mariana Rondón, is a Venezuelan drama that explores the complex dynamics between a mother and son amidst societal expectations and prejudices. The movie revolves around Junior's desire to straighten his hair, which triggers an unwarranted homophobic reaction from his mother. It is set in Caracas and provides a glimpse into the struggles of working-class families. The film premiered at the 2013 Berlin Film Festival and was nominated for the Golden Bear award.