Viva

Set in the vibrant streets of Havana, this film follows the journey of a young hairdresser named Jesús, who dreams of performing as a drag artist. His life takes an unexpected turn when his estranged father, a former boxer, re-enters his life, challenging his aspirations and identity. The film, directed by Paddy Breathnach, beautifully captures the complexities of family, identity, and self-expression. It was Ireland’s official entry for the Best Foreign Language Film at the 88th Academy Awards. For those interested, the movie can be viewed on Soap2day for free.