In their comfortable beach house in Isla Negra, Guillermo and his assistant Carmen spend a weekend overseeing the final stages of a large real estate project in the area. Their tranquility is disrupted by the unexpected arrival of a woman, her husband, and her ailing father. From that moment on, the atmosphere becomes increasingly tense, triggering a conflict that reveals deep political and social differences between their worlds. As tensions rise, the characters are forced to confront their own contradictions in a power struggle that exposes the stark divides of contemporary Chilean society.
Production Notes
Isla Negra was filmed with a focus on authenticity, both in performance and technical execution. The project demanded flexible planning to make the most of the available resources. This independent production required a high level of collaboration across all areas, resulting in a smooth and efficient creative process.
The team's commitment was essential to overcoming logistical challenges. The cast, featuring Alfredo Castro, Paulina Urrutia, Gastón Salgado, Marcela Salinas, and José Soza, worked intensively on building their characters. Through work sessions, they delved deeply into the biographies and motivations of their roles, leading to a profound understanding of the emotional and social tensions in the film.
These collective analysis sessions provided a solid foundation for natural interaction between the actors, giving the performances a tangible sense of authenticity. The core narrative of Isla Negra revolves around acting, maintaining a delicate balance between realism and dramatic tension. The actors stayed in a constant state of concentration, allowing them to inhabit their characters with unwavering emotional truth.
The main location, a house with long corridors, created two clearly defined poles. On one side were Guillermo and Carmen, and on the other, the displaced family, symbolizing the growing conflict between both worlds. As the story progressed, these areas became increasingly polarized, making the confrontation between the characters feel inevitable.
The cinematography was designed to capture performances honestly, avoiding any artifice that might distort the natural flow of the acting. The camera moved organically, respecting the space and emotions, supporting the narrative without imposing itself. This visual approach reinforced the raw and realistic feel of each scene, adding another layer to the drama.
The success of Isla Negra lies in the dedication of the entire team, both technical and artistic. Each member contributed their experience and creativity to overcoming the challenges inherent in independent filmmaking. From pre-production to post-production, the film reflects a collective effort to create a work that combines passion for cinema with social relevance. The final result is a project that conveys authenticity and a strong commitment to telling a deeply human story.
Title: Isla Negra
Country: Chile
Duration: 105 minutes
Genre: Drama / Thriller
Language: Spanish
Year: 2024
Exhibition Format: DCP
Writer and Director: Jorge Riquelme Serrano
Producers: Jorge Riquelme, Daniela Maldonado Rojo
Director of Photography: Sergio Armstrong
Sound: Isaac Moreno, Peter Rosenthal
Editing: Valeria Hernández, Nicolás Venegas, Jorge Riquelme
Original Music: Miranda y Tobar
Sound Post-production: Tres Sonido
Sound Design: José Caldararo
Image Post-production: HD Argentina
Colorist: Maximiliano Pérez
Cast:
Paulina Urrutia
Alfredo Castro
Marcela Salinas
Gastón Salgado
José Soza
Production Company: Laberinto Films