‘The Cow Who Sang…’ Helmer Francisca Alegria Launches New Shingle, Madre, With ‘Triangle of Sadness’ Producers Bord Cadre (EXCLUSIVE)

variety.com:

Anna Marie de la Fuente Chile’s Francisca Alegria, whose debut feature “The Cow Who Sang a Song Into the Future” premiered at Sundance 2022, is launching a Latinx production company called Madre, with offices based in Chile, Uruguay and the U.S.

Together with her partners Fernanda Urrejola, Gabriela Rosés and Cristóbal Güell, Alegria said: “We firmly believe that stories have the ability to shape perspectives, challenge norms, and inspire action.

With this in mind, we strive to select projects that not only entertain but also provoke thought and spark meaningful conversations.” Recognizing that “representation matters,” the company intends to showcase Latinx culture “beyond surface-level diversity” stating: “We aim to portray the complexities, nuances, and rich tapestry of our community, shedding light on the multifaceted experiences and identities that often go unseen or are misunderstood.” The new company is working on a fantasy feature set in Chile with Latinx producers Sergio Lira and Lynette Coll atLuz Films and “The Cow…” associate producers Dan Wechsler at Bord Cadre Films (“Triangle of Sadness”) and Andreas Roald at Sovereign Films, which has backed several Latin American films, including Peru’s “Song Without a Name,” Bolivia’s “The Great Movement” as well as the Oscar-nominated “Triangle of Sadness.” Said Wechsler: “’The Cow Who Sang a Song Into the Future’ is a film that uses a sincere and unique vision to explore transcendental themes, which is something I always crave in cinema.” “When Francisca [Alegria] called me to be a part of her next original story, co-created with writing partner Fernanda [Urrejola], and to be produced by Madre, I didn’t hesitate to join them again.