I was at the German premiere when co-producer and lead actress presented their film. If a film, claimed to be a "western", which it isn't, depends this much on the quality of the main actress, why cast not an experienced one,, at least one with charisma? The character of Carala is rather undeveloped, many aspects of her past and psychological turmoil remain in the dark. Katalina Sánchez as Carola, does not appear to be on top of the game, more so like being chased by events to which she can add nothing of her own. So it is no wonder that producers are not knocking on her door, as she admitted after the screening when asked by an audience member. The story itself remains unintriguing, the ending is somewhat forseeable and the plot (is there a plot?) appears luke warm at best. The setting in the Atacama desert is intriguing but wears off after half time. Why a Frankfurt producer team co-produced this mediocre intimate play, supported by state film subsidy funds is by far beyond my comprehension.
