What's Happening?
Be For Films, a Brussels-based sales company, has acquired the international sales rights to 'Enjoy Your Stay,' a film co-directed by Dominik Locher and Honeylyn Joy Alipio. The film will premiere in the Panorama
section at the Berlinale. Set between Switzerland and the Philippines, it follows Luz, an undocumented Filipino cleaner facing the threat of losing custody of her daughter. The film explores themes of social inequality and the exploitation of migrant labor. 'Enjoy Your Stay' is produced by Close Up Films and co-produced by JBA Production, featuring a cast led by Mercedes Cabral.
Why It's Important?
'Enjoy Your Stay' addresses critical social issues, such as the exploitation of migrant workers and the challenges faced by undocumented individuals. By highlighting these themes, the film contributes to the ongoing discourse on social justice and human rights. Its inclusion in the Berlinale Panorama section underscores its artistic and cultural significance, potentially reaching a wide international audience. The film's acquisition by Be For Films indicates confidence in its commercial and critical potential, which could lead to further discussions and awareness about the issues it portrays.
