Experiencing Interruptions?

Vulgar

Angelika's life appears perfect, but beneath the surface, she feels unfulfilled. While planning her best friend's wedding, she meets Simon, a bold and passionate man who shatters her carefully built world. Drawn into an unexpected whirlwind of desire and self-discovery, she faces a choice, cling to the stability she’s always known or surrender to a love that defies reason. As emotions intensify, Angelika must confront her deepest fears and decide what truly makes a life worth living.

  • Santiago Rivero
    Director
  • Santiago Rivero
    Writer
  • Annija Cabule
    Producer
  • Nikita Krivickis
    DOP
  • Vadim Andrian Smirnov
    DOP
  • Kristiana Baumane
    Art Direction
  • Beate Brigmane-Brige
    Art Direction
  • Annija Cabule
    Art Direction
  • Lucas Pablo Ulecia Sanz
    Sound
    Sound designer
  • Niko Barisas
    Music
  • Antoni Mairata
    Music
  • Katrina Kreile
    Key Cast
    "Angelika"
  • Gabriel Agüero
    Key Cast
    "Simon"
  • Gaile Butvilaite
    Key Cast
    "Norma"
  • Aris Matesovics
    Key Cast
    "Dairis"
  • Project Type:
    Feature
  • Genres:
    Romance, Comedy
  • Runtime:
    1 hour 44 minutes
  • Completion Date:
    December 13, 2024
  • Country of Origin:
    Latvia, Venezuela
  • Country of Filming:
    Latvia
  • Language:
    English, Latvian, Spanish
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital 4K
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    No
  • Digital Cinema Package:
    Unavailable
Director Biography - Santiago Rivero

Santiago Rivero is a Venezuelan actor, writer, and director, born on December 31, 1978, and based in Riga since 2016. He has produced, written, and directed a variety of short films, documentaries, TV series, music videos, and advertisements. Currently, alongside working on various projects, he teaches Color Grading Fundamentals at RISEBA University.
Studies:
Filmmaking Certificate, Tisch School of the Arts. NYU. 2006-07.
Filmography:
• Music videos:
o “Solito feat. Oscarsito”, Los Cadillac’s. 2009.
o "Costoso", Neutro Shorty. 2021.
o "Plata", Neutro Shorty. 2021.
• Shorts:
o Palabras Magicas, 2021
o Closer, 2023
• Features:
o Vulgar, 2024

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Director Statement

Santiago Rivero finds inspiration in human stories that challenge norms and explore deep emotional dilemmas. His work aims to capture the complexity of relationships, the internal struggles of his characters, and the beauty of the unexpected. Motivated by cinema as a medium of transformation, he intends to spark conversations, evoke emotions, and leave a lasting impact on the audience. Each project reflects his passion for visual storytelling and commitment to telling authentic and thought-provoking stories.