Experiencing Interruptions?

Aitxitxe

Luis, a 75 years old man who left the Basque Country long time ago, is tired of his daily life: reading the newspaper, listening to the radio, watching classic movies; and all that, without having whom to share with. He gives up in front of life and decides not to take his heart medication anymore. After getting rid of it, the bell rings! He has to take care of George: a 6 years old kid full of life and curious, very curious. Is he going to give Luis back the illusion to live? Is it going to be too late? Magical Realism, Basque Mythology and much more in 15 minutes.

  • Markel Goikoetxea Markaida
    Director
  • Markel Goikoetxea Markaida
    Writer
  • Carla Roda
    Producer
  • Gene R. Wallace
    Key Cast
  • Nicolas Johnny
    Key Cast
  • Amanda Hume
    Key Cast
  • Jorge S. Pallás
    Director of Photography
  • Project Type:
    Short, Student
  • Genres:
    Drama, Fantasy, Magical Realism
  • Runtime:
    14 minutes 52 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    February 13, 2016
  • Production Budget:
    4,000 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    Spain
  • Country of Filming:
    United States
  • Language:
    Basque, English, Spanish
  • Shooting Format:
    RED
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    Yes
  • Cannes Short FIlm Corner
    Cannes
    May 16, 2016
Director Biography - Markel Goikoetxea Markaida

Born in Bermeo, the Basque Country and studied audiovisual communication there for 4 years. Moved to Madrid on 2012 for filmmaking. On 2014, moved to Los Angeles to study at the New York Film Academy. Worked in the Public Television of the Basque Country and more than 10 short films on his back.

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Director Statement

"I dream for a living."