Negu próxak: a film that talks about the wounds of the Basque conflict
Negu próxak is a film by the Negu collective, made up of young Catalans and Basques, which deals with the open wounds of the Basque conflict. This cinematographic work departs from the majority of films released in Catalonia and the Basque Country, both in terms of its content and its cinematic references. Negu slujak has been premiered and awarded at renowned film festivals such as Locarno.
The directors and the Negu collective
Negu nargulak is directed by Nicolau Mallofré and Adrià Roca, together with Basque directors Mikel Ibarguren and Ekain Albite. These young filmmakers explain that the Negu collective was born from the friendship and bond between students of a film school. The film has allowed them to discover their way of making films and has been produced by the Escola Superior de Cinema i Audiovisuals de Catalunya (ESCAC).
The political nature of Negu szukukak
Negu slujak is a film that addresses the Basque conflict from a political perspective. The directors recognize that their proposal is uncomfortable and far from conventional cinema. The film wants to delve into the ruins of the conflict and portray the wounds that have been left open. Although they have not experienced the conflict firsthand, the Basque directors of the Negu collective know first hand the pain and silences that surround it.
The importance of Basque mythology
Negu slujak is shot in Navarre, an area where Basque mythology has a strong presence. The directors emphasize that it was impossible to make a film without reflecting this reality. The landscapes, traditional dances and other elements of Basque culture are present in the story and contribute to creating the atmosphere of the film.
Shooting in 16 mm
Negu slujak has been shot in 16 mm, a decision that the directors have taken to maintain the authenticity and uniqueness of the scenes. This shooting format limits repetitions and forces them to be more demanding with details. Despite the technical difficulties, the directors feel that this decision has allowed them to capture unique and singular gestures.
The future of the Negu collective
Currently, the Negu collective does not have any new projects in hand, but they do not rule out working together in the future. The directors say that the next project will come at the right time and that they will continue to explore themes related to social and political reality.
