Daniela Forever
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| Countries | Spain, Belgium, United States |
| Language | English |
| Genre | Drama, Romance, Sci-Fi |
| Release date | September 6, 2024 (Toronto International Film Festival) September 20, 2024 (Fantastic Fest) September 27, 2024 (Beyond Fest) October 8, 2024 (Sitges Film Festival) 21 February 2025 (Spain) |
| Running time | 1hr 50min |
| Starring | Henry Golding, Beatrice Grannò, Aura Garrido, Rubén Ochandiano, Nathalie Poza |
| Directed by | Nacho Vigalondo |
| Written by | Nacho Vigalondo |
| Produced by | Nahikari Ipiña, Nacho Vigalondo, Benoit Roland, Leire Apellaniz |
| Cinematography by | Jon D. Domínguez |
| Edited by | Carolina Martínez Urbina |
| Music by | Hidrogenesse |
| Production Companies | Sayaka Producciones Wrong Men Señor y Señora Mediacrest Entertainment XYZ Films |
| Distributor | Filmax |
Cast & Characters
- Henry Golding as Nicolas
- Beatrice Grannò as Daniela
- Rubén Ochandiano as Garrido
- Aura Garrido as Teresa
- Nathalie Poza as Victoria
- Frank Feys as Dr. Raymond
- Rocío Saiz as Catalina
- Pilar Bergés as Susi
- Cindy Claes as Dra. Van Brandt
- Godeliv Van den Brandt as Dra. Émilie Vermeiren
Storyline
Set in Madrid, the film follows a man as he joins a sleep trial that allows him to rebuild his life with his girlfriend who died in an accident through the use of lucid dreams.
About Daniela Forever Movie
Daniela Forever is a science fiction romantic drama written and directed by Nacho Vigalondo. The film follows a young man, played by Henry Golding, who reconnects with his lost love (Beatrice Grannò) through lucid dreams, leading to unexpected consequences.
A Spanish-Belgian co-production, Daniela Forever was developed by Sayaka Producciones, Wrong Men, Señor y Señora, and Mediacrest Entertainment, with support from ICAA, Wallimage, Filmin, and Movistar Plus+. XYZ Films handled international sales.
The project was first announced in February 2023, with Henry Golding attached as the lead. Vigalondo expressed his intention for the film to encapsulate his thoughts on love, dreams, and Madrid. In April 2023, Beatrice Grannò joined the cast, followed by Rubén Ochandiano in July, who also confirmed Aura Garrido and Nathalie Poza as co-stars. Filming took place in Madrid.
Daniela Forever Release Date
Daniela Forever premiered on 6 September 2024, as the opening selection of the Platform Prize competition at the 49th Toronto International Film Festival. It was later screened at the 2024 Fantastic Fest for its U.S. premiere and the 57th Sitges Film Festival for its European debut.
Distributed by Filmax, Daniela Forever was initially set for a theatrical release in Spain on 28 February 2025, but was later moved up to 21 February 2025.
