A Vibrant Personality
Elisenda Pineda, born in Premià de Mar in 1978, radiates a contagious energy that imposes itself on any environment. With a dynamic presence, she jumps into conversation with everyone from her makeup artist, Laura, to sound engineer Arnau, demonstrating her ability to connect with the people around her.
The Creation of an Innovative Book
His latest work, ‘The Catalan language’, published by Ara Llibres, presents a fresh look at the history of the Catalan language. With more than three hundred pages in one month, his task became an exciting challenge. Elisenda emphasizes that humor is the way to approach complicated topics, and has incorporated KAP illustrations for an enriching visual experience.
Passions and Sensitivities
Surprisingly, despite her training as an actress and her background in tourism, Pineda has not performed as such. He describes himself as a screenwriter with a self-taught approach, a mentality that carries with it impostor syndrome. His work on radio and television has been constant, and he is currently associated with figures such as Òscar Dalmau and Òscar Andreu, in an imminent project that promises to excite.
The Catalan Language: A Common Challenge
Pineda presents his vision of the current state of Catalan with poignant sincerity. ‘We have the patient in intensive care’, reflects on the role that new generations and social networks are playing in their survival. He adds that the language is starting to lose its luster among the youngest, and this is the time to get upset and act.
A Language in Danger?
The concern for the future of the Catalan language is not limited to his words. Pineda wonders how to motivate young people to make Catalan their usual language of communication again, and insists on the importance of speaking it in everyday contexts. The argument is clear: it is a shared responsibility that falls on the institutions and the social fabric.
Attitudes that are necessary
The reflection on the role of workers in the service sector in terms of the use of Catalan is one of the issues that worries Pineda the most. She is convinced that the obligation to use the language should be the norm, not the exception. His determination is focused on the will to dignify the language at all levels, beyond complaints such as ‘we are the dog in the farmer’s house’.
The Future of Language
With a future perspective that is not without doubts, Elisenda reflects on what could happen to Catalan in fifty years. His hope is that, despite adversity, the language will keep its legacy alive through new generations. Basically, his message highlights the need to persevere and value the culture that this language represents.
Characters Representing the Language
Pineda has chosen to use iconic characters in his book, such as Norma and her daughter Cati, to echo the rich Catalan cultural tradition. These characters symbolize the modernity and evolution of the language over time, keeping alive the debate about its preservation and its value.
Personal Reflections
In the personal context, Elisenda shares her relationship with motherhood and the decision not to be a mother, an aspect she airs with sincerity and reflection. She recognizes that the subject of sex education and menopause are under-explored areas, and encourages the community to adopt a more open and informed attitude about it.