Madrid\u2019s ECAM Incubator has long been a cradle for emerging talent in the film industry. This year, one standout project is “Laughing”<\/strong> (“Riure”), the feature debut of Jordi Boquet Claramunt. Developed in collaboration with Pausa Dram\u00e0tica Films and Fractal, this film delves into the world of the circus, exploring themes of family, identity, and belonging.<\/p>\n Claramunt, who previously won a Gaudi Award for his short film “Neither Forget Nor Forgive,” reunites with producer Anna Moragriega Farr\u00e9s, co-founder of Pausa Dram\u00e0tica alongside Olga Doganoc. Their partnership aims to bring a fresh perspective to the screen, blending personal storytelling with broader societal themes.<\/p>\n Currently in development, “Laughing” centers on Lola, a young clown raised in her family\u2019s dwindling circus. A pivotal moment occurs when a trained horse accidentally injures a child during a performance. Claramunt describes the film as “the story of a modern little mermaid, lived through the eyes of Lola, a young clown who has grown up in her parents\u2019 circus, but who is eager to find her own path away from a circus tent she feels no longer represents her.” He adds, “To put it simply, it\u2019s the story of a clown who has lost her desire to laugh or keep making people laugh.”<\/p>\n The once-thriving circus business is now on the brink of collapse. Lola questions the value of inheriting a decaying circus where she feels unheard and decides to seek new creative opportunities outside. “She wonders if there is really a point in inheriting a decaying circus where she doesn\u2019t feel listened to and decides to look for new creative opportunities outside,” Claramunt explains.<\/p>\n Lola’s journey takes her to a drama acting school in the city, where she feels more listened to and creatively empowered. Here, she meets people her age with similar dreams and aspirations. However, she also encounters a society that is more individualistic, cynical, and full of masks, contrasting sharply with the communal lifestyle of her family circus.<\/p>\n Co-written by Boquet Claramunt and Tom\u00e0s Bayo Encontra, “Laughing” explores generational conflict within a tight-knit, outsider world. Claramunt\u2019s research has been immersive: “This summer, I have been living and working with an active family circus, setting up the tent and living in a small van. This has made me realize how hard and demanding it is to have a circus nowadays: Facing harsh outer criticism, increasing bureaucracy, and the competition of newer and more comfortable forms of art.”<\/p>\n Producer Farr\u00e9s elaborates on the project\u2019s journey, highlighting the support from ECAM: “We have participated in several script labs, and the Incubator has provided the necessary support for the production and design aspects of our film. In 2022, we were part of the FaberLlull Residence and the SGAE Foundation Script Lab.”<\/p>\n Pausa Dram\u00e0tica Films, founded by Farr\u00e9s and Doganoc, leads the film\u2019s development. “The team we\u2019ve formed, along with co-writer Tom\u00e0s Bayo Encontra, holds deep significance for me and my production company. This partnership has inspired both me and my partner, Olga Doganoc, to promote new voices who may be our friends or young talents who share our values,” Farr\u00e9s says.<\/p>\n The filmmaker hopes “Laughing” will resonate with a generation facing an uncertain future. “At a time where anything is possible but everything seems impossible at the same time, Lola delves into a fight between her desire to find her own ambitious path and the constant frustration of feeling she doesn\u2019t belong anywhere or no one really understands her, a feeling I think resonates with people of my generation,” Claramunt reflects.<\/p>\n Did you enjoy this article? Share it on your social channels and let us know your thoughts! Don\u2019t miss out on the latest updates! Follow us on social media to stay informed about the newest releases.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" \ud83c\udfac Discover “Laughing” by Jordi Boquet Claramunt, a poignant tale of a young clown, Lola, navigating family, identity, and belonging in a dwindling circus. 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The story of Lola<\/h2>\n
A collapsing world<\/h2>\n
A journey of self-discovery<\/h2>\n
Immersive research<\/h2>\n
The journey of production<\/h2>\n
A voice for a generation<\/h2>\n
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