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{rokbox thumb=|images/watch_promo_2.png|}http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8oUb-w1J4Dc{/rokbox} Interview with Freddy Mas Franqueza Awakening of a dream (Amanecer de un sueño, 2008) Director: Freddy Mas Franqueza Presentation: When two generations become close after years of shared time and experiences, an unbreakable bond emerges. Eurochannel invites you along on a unique journey to Spain, to live the drama of a young man and his grandfather in Awakening of a Dream; a beautifully poignant masterpiece of loyalty evoking the authentic sense of true love. Awakening of a Dream is the debut feature film of Spanish director Freddy Mas Franqueza and depicts the relationship between a man and his grandfather, whom raised him after his mother's departure. Drawing upon personal experiences to create a masterfully executed story on the big screen, the director deals with the strong bonds built within families. Winner of the Audience Award, the Special Jury Award and Best Director at the Mannheim, Malaga and Almaty International Film Festivals, the film not only deals with family relationships but also the tragic and debilitating effects of Alzheimer's disease. We witness how, just when the protagonist is ready to emancipate and live with his girlfriend, all plans drawn to a halt when it's discovered that his beloved grandfather is suffering from the cruel hold of dementia. Enjoy a moving and new dimension on how hurdles can be overcome by loyalty and love alongside a close-knit family of two. Awakening of a Dream is a tale of true unconditional love. Synopsis: Abandoned by his mother at the age of eight, Marcel (Héctor Alterio) is raised by his grandfather Pascual (Alberto Ferreiro), who showers his grandson with love and helps to feed the boy's growing imagination. Years pass and Marcel becomes a man, planning a new life with his girlfriend when his grandfather is diagnosed with a tragically degenerative disease. Distraught, Marcel is forced to re-evaluate – had it not been for Pascual, who knows what may have become of him. Trivia: • Awakening of a Dream is a co-production between Spain, Poland and Germany and had the cooperation of the Spanish Alzheimer Foundation. • Awakening of a Dream won 8 international accolades in FIAPF Film Festivals including Best Film in the Mostra Cinema Valencia and Best Director in the Eurasia International Film Festival. |
