Storyboard Media Manny Films Marcelo Ferrari

In a new deal secured at this week’s San Sebastian Festival, Birgit Kemer’s Money Films has partnered with Storyboard Media in Chile to co-produce “Un Buen Día Para Morir” (“A Good Day to Die”), a The third film by Marcello Ferrari (“Subterra”, “Bombal”).

Inspired by the true story of pianist Maria Paz Santibáñez whose life took a dramatic turn during a protest against General Pinochet’s dictatorship in 1987, the drama turns on the 24-year-old piano student Bache who was shot in the head during a protest against the military’s ruling regime. Seriously injured while pregnant, she managed to survive and give birth to her daughter. She ran away from Chile, settled in Paris and – against all odds – fulfilled her dream of becoming a pianist.

“This unique and sensitive story intrigued me from the start. I am sure the strong chemistry between the international producers and the artistic team will allow us to deliver an emotionally powerful film,” said Kemner, whose company has offices in Paris and Los Angeles.

The project is still under development and is in the process of strengthening its financial structure with public and private funds. The deal with Manny Films boosts its chances of achieving its goal of starting principal photography by the second half of 2023. Acclaimed cinematographer Inti Briones (“Too Late to Die”) is attached to the film’s lens.

Carlos Nunez and Gabriela Sandoval of Storyboard Media said: “We are delighted to have such an important company as our producing partner. Since part of the story takes place in France, Manny Films’ involvement is essential and organic. We hope to continue to join forces to produce this film, as it is A much-needed story to tell.”

“Un Buen Día para Morir” is one of several Chilean films that continue to explore and expand the collective trauma caused by Pinochet’s murderous regime.

The film uses this dark period as a springboard to examine existential questions about the enduring, paradoxical coexistence of death and life and a focus on the human condition.



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