Eva Doesn't Sleep (2015)

Eva Doesn't Sleep Poster
Original Title: Eva no duerme

In 1952, Argentina's beloved First Lady, Eva Perón, died of cancer at the age of thirty-three. A renowned embalmer was commissioned by the grieving Juan Perón to preserve her body for display, and Argentines flocked to be near "Evita". Three years later, when his government was overthrown by a military coup, Perón fled the country before he could make arrangements for the transportation of his wife's body. The military junta now in control kidnapped the corpse; so afraid were they of Eva's symbolic power that they even made it illegal to utter her name.

Summary:
"Eva Doesn't Sleep" is a dramatic film directed by Pablo Aguero that delves into the haunting, surreal journey of Eva Perón's embalmed body throughout decades. The intriguing narrative blends historic realities with imaginative distortions to explore power, folklore, memory, and the Argentine public's lasting fascination for 'Santa Evita.'

Plot:
The unusual, nonlinear movie "Eva Doesn't Sleep" is not a lot about Eva Perón's life but rather the surreal, post-mortem odyssey of her embalmed body over a period of 25 years. After her death in 1952, her corpse embalmed, showed, and revered. After the fall of Perón's regime, her body disappeared. The movie explores the strange journey of her remains.

The story is segmented into three parts, not including the intro and conclusion. Each segment is framed as a journey affected in various measures by Eva's body.

Secret Characters:
The movie includes a mix of reliable efficiencies with Gael García Bernal as a main character, an executioner called Massera. He delivers a cooling monologue about the deadly work of an executioner to his silent hostages, including previous Admiral Emilio Massera (Daniel Fanego), a character from the age of the Dirty War. Denis Lavant is featured as Arancibia Clavel, an overwelming personal touch from Pichón Riviere (Imanol Arias), Perón's former personal secretary.

Direction and Screenplay:
Pablo Agüero directs the movie, utilizing components of wonderful realism to tell an intriguing political story. His analysis of history is distinct, mixing realities with speculative undertones. This innovative mix of truth and fiction catches the aura of mystery surrounding the fate of Eva's embalmed body, a symbol of political power.

Reception:
"Eva Doesn't Sleep" premiered at the 2015 Toronto International Film Festival prior to making its domestic launching in Argentina. Regardless of the film's extreme story and the complex historical and political styles it took on, some critics slammed its speed and mournful tone. Nevertheless, most evaluations highlighted the chip's arresting visual style and atmospheric quality, along with its non-traditional approach to exploring the mystique surrounding Evita.

Conclusion:
In the end, "Eva Doesn't Sleep" is a haunting, aesthetically striking exploration of the misconception surrounding Eva Perón's life and death. It maneuvers through Argentina's turbulent history in a compelling, though sometimes imaginary, way. The film works as a witness to how Eva Perón's memory shaped and continues to shape the cultural and political landscape of Argentina. The surreal journey of her embalmed body enhances this collective memory's intensity, making her an everlasting figure in the hearts of individuals. Regardless of some narrative uncertainties, it manages to clarify the intimate connection between mythology and power in society.

Top Cast

  • Gael García Bernal (small)
    Gael García Bernal
    Massera
  • Denis Lavant (small)
    Denis Lavant
    Koenig
  • Imanol Arias (small)
    Imanol Arias
    Dr. Ara
  • Ailín Salas (small)
    Ailín Salas
    Juana
  • Daniel Fanego (small)
    Daniel Fanego
    Aramburu
  • Sofía Brito
    Esther