Carlota Pereda

A beacon of Spanish cinema, Carlota Pereda was born in Madrid, Spain in 1978 and has been actively making films since the late 2000s, with a particular focus on drama and short films. Her most renowned work is the short film "Piggy" (Cerdita), which won the Goya Award for Best Short Film in 2019 and has been acclaimed for its powerful commentary on body shaming. Her authorial style is marked by a profound empathy for her characters, often misfits or underdogs, and a keen eye for the nuances of human emotion.

From a personal perspective, Carlota Pereda's work is a testament to her courage and depth of understanding, providing a mirror to society's often harsh realities, yet also offering a glimmer of hope and resilience.