The Kidnapping of the Bride

Director: Sophia Mocorrea
Screenwriters: Sophia Mocorrea

Institute History

  • 2023 Sundance Film Festival

Description

Short Film Jury Award: International Fiction


Luisa from Argentina and Fred from Germany are confronted with their social roles at their wedding. The German tradition of kidnapping the bride shakes the couple’s equality. There is no room for love in this role-play of marriage.


Screening Details

Sundance Film Festival Awards

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