Ay, Carmela!
“Across the battlefields of Spain, she won the heart of every man.”
Paulino and Carmela are husband and wife, troubadours touring the countryside during the Spanish Civil War. They are Republicans, and with their mute assistant, Gustavete, they journey into rebel territory by mistake. They are arrested, fear a firing squad, and receive a reprieve from an Italian Fascist commander who loves the theatre. He arranges a performance for his troops, bargaining with Paulino to stage a burlesque of the republic in exchange for the actors' freedom. Will the fiery and patriotic Carmela consent?
A poignant and darkly funny look at performers caught in the grinder of war. It’s a testament to the human spirit’s resilience, where art becomes a desperate act of survival against overwhelming odds. Expect gut-wrenching moments and defiant laughter.
